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This 2-volume "bible" of neonatology has been exhaustively updated to reflect all of the sweeping developments that have recently occurred in neonatal-perinatal medicine. Representing every relevant specialty, its 122 renowned contributors discuss everything from the latest discoveries in molecular biology, immunology, and genetics...through the newest techniques for ventilation and imaging...to the ethics of how viability is defined. In this comprehensively updated 5th Edition, 25% of the authors are brand new and all material incorporated evidence from the most recent clinical trials. ... Read more

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Practical and easily accessible manual on the basic and advanced management of the neonate. Covers procedures, disorders, and neonatal pharmacology in a logical outline approach that highlights the essentials of each procedure. The popular On Call Problems section presents over 30 common and serious patient problems. The Fifth Edition has been extensively revised and updated with new strategies for management of specific newborn respiratory diseases, updated information on the diagnosis and management of infectious diseases, and updated drug information. ... Read more

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A must-have for nights on-call in the NICU!
This book, particularly the new 5th edition (released in August, 2003) is a must-have for on-call nights in the NICU. Although not as complete in terms of information as a full textbook, this book contains a blurb on nearly every topic one might encounter in the NICU. It is also surprisingly up to date for a textbook, containing the latest standards of care on controversial topics such as PPHN, use of ECMO and BPD, plus lots of other conditions.

This is no longer a spiral-bound book, which has positives and negatives. On the positive side, it's probably more durable long-term - no more ripping of pages and holes out of the spiral. On the negative side, it's harder to keep your page open without bending the spine out of shape.

This is by far the best on-call reference manual for neonatology. It's highly recommended by everyone I speak with, from staff to fellows to residents. I would recommend it as well!

Always helpfull
All informations which are needed to work at an neonatal intensive care unit are in this book.
The chapters are clearly organized and the text is structured strictly to ensure that information can be quickly found.
Hopefully there will be anew edition soon.

Nicely done concise reference for the on-call physician.
This is a nicely written, well organized quick reference text for the practicing physician, or resident in training. I was impressed by the amount of clearly presented practical information. Definitely a good book to check for a quick suggestion for response to a clinical situation. I wish there had been a book like this one when I was a resident.

drugs,breastfeeding,infection,etc
I jyst like for loo ... Read more

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Rudolph's is readyto take on your most challenging pediatric problems!

Newly revised . . . totally current!Featuring:
* An expanded team of world-class editors-ensures authoritative coverage
* A fresh new design-for easier reading, faster access
* More coverage of symptom presentation and clinical management
* Quick-read algorithms throughout-- to guide your diagnosis

"An excellent choice. . . for students, residents, primary care practitioners, and teachers of pediatrics in the private office, clinic,or residency setting."- Journal of Family Medicine review of prior edition

The incomparable Rudolph's PEDIATRICS, 21st Edition: ready now to keep you well-informed in the 21st century!

Rudolph's PEDIATRICS has been helping doctors take care of children since before the turn of the century - the 20th century, that is.And now, more than 100 years later, McGraw-Hill is proud to publish the 21st Edition of Rudolph's PEDIATRICS - the one book that can expertly guide you as you care for children who live and grow amid the fast-paced, rapidly changing 21st century.

A favorite resource for decades, Rudolph's PEDIATRICS offers comprehensive coverage of all aspects of pediatric medicine.It not only helps you to understand the mechanisms underlying pediatric disease, it provides you with the tools to manage the disorders and diseases you encounter as you care for infants and children.You'll find:
* Targeted discussion of the normal function and developmental biology of organ systems - gives you a framework for understanding the biologic basis of pediatric medicine
* Symptom-based diagnostic approaches - presented for common disorders along with detailed discussions of the clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, and treatment of both common and uncommon childhood illnesses

New editors, new look, new coverage!

The 21st edition delivers the same attention to detail that has made Rudolph's PEDIATRICS a classic in the field - but with a few important changes:
* An expanded team of world-class editors - led by Colin D. Rudolph and Abraham M. Rudolph
* A fresh new design - to make the text more readable and more easily accessible than previous editions
* Extensively revised coverage - to keep today's doctors informed and completely current

New sections, new chapters inform on the hottest topics in the field!
* Emergency and critical care - easy-to-use section guides your management of the acutely ill infant and child
* Contemporary diagnostic techniques - provides simple, clear explanations of the new generation of laboratory tests that are more frequently used to guide clinical diagnosis
* Care of the terminally ill child - presents a family-centered approach for care near the end of life
* Rehabilitative medicine - offers guidance on caring for the increasing numbers of children with chronic disabilities

Delivers MORE of what you really need to know!
* MORE on genetics, with separate chapters focused on metabolic disorders and dysmorphology
* MORE on rheumatic disease in children and adolescents, including the critical evaluation of musculoskeletal pain and pain syndromes
* MORE on managing neonatal disorders
* MORE algorithmic approaches to common pediatric symptoms, with guidelines for initial management
* MORE information on support groups and other resources - websites and email addressesprovided throughout

PLUS:Expanded coverage in rapidly advancing areas of pediatric medicine!
* Neonatology
* Immunology and allergy
* Infectious diseases
* Orthopedics, including sports medicine
* Endocrinology ... Read more

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a complete textbook on pediatric problems
This is the book every post-graduate ought to read during residency days in pediatric ward. It helps boost clinical acumen by making diagnosis at the bedside with a very logical approach. It is excellent while describing the diseases of kidney, heart and nervous system. After going through the chapters in detail it infuses a kind of confidence in making diagnosis; and coming to differential diagnosis for a number of presentations of various illnesses. Sometimes, i feel it is a must not only for dealing with complicated and day to day problems but for passing examinations too. ... Read more

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Preemies is the only resource of its kind -- a comprehensive "Dr. Spock"-like reference that is both reassuring and realistic, delivering up-to-the-minute information on medical care in a warm, caring, and engaging voice. Authors Dana Wechsler Linden and Emma Trenti Paroli are parents who have "been there." Together with neonatologist Mia Wechsler Doron, they answer the dozens of questions that parents will have at every stage -- from high-risk pregnancy through preemie's hospitalization, to homecoming and the preschool years -- imparting a vast, detailed store of knowledge in clear language that all readers can understand.

Preemies covers topics related to premature birth,including:

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Organic or regular baby food? White or wheat bread? Yogurt or ice cream?Parents often wonder how best to feed their families, but the wondering is over with The Family Nutrition Book: Everything You Need to Know About Feeding Your Children--From Birth Through Adolescence. The beloved William Sears and his wife, Martha (a nurse), teach you how to become your own family nutritionist. Parents of eight children and well-known authors of more than a dozen childcare books, the Searses offer the solid advice on breastfeeding, beginning solids, and feeding picky eaters you'd expect. But more than that, they provide a crash course in overall nutrition. You'll learn how the body works, how to read food labels, what ingredients to look for (and which to avoid), how to trim fat from your diet, what makes up a balanced diet (not just the "food pyramid"), which foods are thought to prevent cancer, and more. The Searses also offer helpful food lists: good fats, best proteins, top 10 complex carbohydrates, and top 12 family foods, to name a few. You'll even get favorite Sears family recipes to help you get started on the road to healthy eating. It's all here, and it's all mixed with a healthy dose of passion for eating well. So you can show your children--by example--how to stay healthy and feel great. --Kelley Smith ... Read more

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It's a very useful and complete book
Again written in a very easy-to-read way, this book is a very complete nutrition guide. It gives you the why's and how's of the differnet food groups and its very eye opening about comercial products and the way so called "healthy products" are marketed. After reading the book I have found myself in a better position to make informed decisions about what I'm buying and the way I'm cooking. The Sears give you a complete perspective without getting in the controversy of whether you should be a vegeterian or not, which I found very important so people of different believes and eating philosophies can enjoy the book equally. I particularly enjoy the sections of feeding your baby and toddler. They very complete and helpful. The book doesn't have recipes or anything but it has some cool ideas. I keep refering back to it everytime need to check in the nutritional information of different foods, or just when I need to give a boost to my health-awareness. It's very well documented (research references wise) and I particularly recommend it for people interested in cancer preventive styles of living.

An interesting and eye opening nutrition book
This book was interesting to read (and I am NOT a nutrition nut). I especially like the way it is divided into managable chapters that tackle a particular concept (fish, oils, brain foods, anti-cancer foods, vegetables, milk, yogurt, etc.)

It takes potentially daunting concepts and makes them understandable to the layman. For example, the chapter on fats finally helped me understand all the jargon out there about saturated and unsaturated fats, hydrogenated oils, etc. This information has made me a better consumer and mother...now I know what to look for on labels.

It is also very readable because it incorporates many lists and side bars that highlight key concepts and insights. These items make it easy to skim through and glean a bit of information about many things without feeling overwhelmed by a bunch of dry and boring facts.

I also liked the way that Sears explains how certain foods impact our body. He uses many analogies to help the reader understand what occurs during the digestion process and why particular foods lead to optimum health.

Although I could never incorporate all of their suggestions, the book does a great job of giving me some goals to shoot for. It has helped me understand why some foods are bad and others better. The book has inspired me to look at eating in an entirely different way and to make efforts to improve my family's health.

Easy to understand
This book is great, even if you didn't have kids and just wanted to learn about how to eat right! The stuff nobody ever tells you and food manufacturers don't want you to know! It's a very helpful, complete book.

My Family Nutrition Bible
By page 7, I was diving into my cupboards and discarding all the foods with hydrogenated oil. I devoured this book, and found this to be the easiest book on nutrition that I have ever read. Cut into bite-size sections, this book was a delight to read. I was able to make consise, informed decisions without feeling pressured into one lifestyle over another. I purschased this book for my Mother-In-Law, who is as far apart from me on the eating spectrum as possible, but who will still be able to glean wonderful and relevant information from this book.
My favorite section was the top twelve food list, honorable mention food list, and top-ten foods for each vitmin, mineral, and food classification. By implementing these foods into my family's lifestyle, I have increased the diversity of our meals, while feeling confident that my family of six is getting all the nutritional requirements that they need. I used the food circle as a guide to create a weekly nutrition plan for my family, and using that, I prepare weekly meal plans using the tops foods for each category. This also helps when it is time to do the shopping, as I only need to get the items on the mealplan, minus what I already have in the pantry. It sure helps for me in the kitchen! As a Mom who doesn't relish her time spent in the kitchen, this book helps me to maximize the nutritional efficiency of the time that I do spend in there!
This book helped me to take the final step into vegetarianism, and introduced me to the world of whole foods. Thanks, Dr. and Martha Sears!

Get your nutrition info straightened up
The Searses have really outdone themselves this time. Knowlege is power, YOUR power to be healthy and raise healthy kids with sound eating habits. A definite MUST for all who are concerned and confused about what and how we eat and feed to our kids. The "Family Nutrition Book" opens all these little drawers in your brain full of jumbled-up bits and peices of incomplete information of dubious quality - and makes order. The book is superbly organised and easy to read, which doesn't make it any less scientific. No more mumbling a vague "it's good for you" when your kid asks why he should "eat this stuff", for now you actually KNOW why. Enjoy. ... Read more

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This highly readable primer is designed to provide a quick overview of the fundamental information in pediatric imaging, techniques, and interpretation. Brief and to the point, it features short chapters and hundreds of illustrations for fast comprehension and retention of data. It emphasizes commonly encountered imaging scenarios and pediatric diseases, and practical differential diagnoses rather than long, comprehensive differential lists. Intended for quick access, this new manual condenses the "must-know" information in pediatric radiology into one convenient volume. ... Read more

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Excellent introduction to pediatric radiology
This is a well-written text that is easily readable during your first pediatric radiology rotation (slightly bigger than Helm's pink book). It's clearly targeted at radiology residents, since the author includes short explanations and tips on performing common fluoro procedures and anticipates questions most residents have when first starting peds. Given its size and cost, some compromises with the book were made (I would like to see more pictures and diagrams), but the ones in the book are generally of excellent quality. Pertinent films are discreetly labelled to illustrate major findings, a major benefit to newer residents. The topics are discussed clearly and succintly, with the most relevant facts of each topic included. Given it's size it's not overly comprehensive, but this is probably a plus for most residents frustrated by larger texts that drone on about one topic or focus on obscure topics that are unlikely to be helpful early in their training. This book is much better than two larger and more expensive texts I have looked at, the Peds Requisites and the Essentials of Peds Radiology. ... Read more

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This cornerstone neonatal handbook uniquely provides practical collaborative care of the critically ill neonate. Using a multidisciplinary team approach to care, it presents a combination of physiology and pathophysiology, application of these principles in clinical practice, and psychosocial aspects of care. This new edition features new chapters on pain and pain relief, and skin and skin care of the neonate. It is also thoroughly revised and updated. ... Read more

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orientation
This is a very good teaching tool for RN's new to a NICU, and also a reference for experienced NICU RN's. The 2002 version includes some added information.

Can put you to sleep.
I found a lot of valuble information, but this was after I weeded through some A&P 101 review and other things I think were of a very basic knowledge.Could get a little dry.
Good for the graduate or student nurse.

A must have for any neonatal nurse
this book is great. all neonatal nurses should have and read this book. it is an indispensible guide

well written. easy to read
especially useful as a study tool for neonatal certificaion

Very pratical, especially short summaries in boxes.
I am currently doing the neonatal intensive care course, and I use this book. I find it easily readable. Since english is not my native language, and I haven't studied for a few years this book has motivated me. The text is well written, and the scientific context is well researched. This book helped me to get my knowledge up to specs again. I will be ordering my own copy. Thanks to dr. Merenstein for writing this book. Trix Tromp ... Read more

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This comprehensive resource guide was created in response to the requests from practicing speech language pathologists and parents of children with apraxia of speech for information on the nature of this complicated disorder and advice on assessment and treatment methods. Fundamental aspects of the disorder are discussed in depth and different viewpoints regarding apraxia are compared, eliminating the need to track down multiple sources. Detailed practical assessment and treatment guidelines provide speech language pathologists with a framework of how to help children with apraxia and the motivation behind each treatment. Case studies bring material into a real world context. ... Read more

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Very useful reference work, even for non-peds and non-cards
In concise and clear language, Prof. Park explains how a
medical practitioner can diagnose alsmost any known
cardiac anomaly in a child.

Having a scientific but no medical background myself,
I found it very readable. Some knowledge of cardiac
anatomy and electrocardiography are a prerequisite.

What is especially good is Prof. Parks comprehensive
approach to the diagnosis: all posible pathologies are
listed and when a particular observation
is possible in normal patients, he doesn't forget to point
this out too.

I have only read the 2nd edition of the book (1988), so
I cannot vouch whether the latest (4th) is up to date
on recent advances in the field, be it in pacemaking
capabilities or teratogenic discoveries.

Pediatric Cardiology made simple and understandable
As a resident in pediatrics, you face the usual time constraints, yet you want to prepare yourselfs for electives by reading a comprehensible text. For Cardiology, I have found with Park's "Pediatric Cardiology for the Practioner" an outstanding text, which I actually prefer over more recent review articles for its easy to understand approach. The text is easy to read and is supported by the style of the figures and schemes. This book provides more than an introductory text for the pediatric resident with a general focus, it also provides a valuable and readily accessible resource for cardiology fellows. ... Read more

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Finally, a beginning...

The time had finally come. The time I had been waiting for through all these long months that I knew sooner or later had to occur. Now it was here.

She had surprised me so much by actually crying that for a moment I did nothing but look at her. Then I gathered her into my arms, hugging her tightly. She clutched onto my shirt so that I could feel the dull pain of her fingers digging into my skin. She cried and cried and cried. I held her and rocked the chair back and on its rear legs, feeling my arms and chest get damp from the tears and her hot breath and the smallness of the room.

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Emotionally riveting!
This is the 2nd book I've read from author Torey Hayden and it is the most emotionally riveting book I have read in a very long time. In this book we read about 6-year old Sheila temporarily sent to Hayden's special ed. class. Sheila comes in as an angry revengeful little girl and in a period of 5 months, blossoms into a flower full of joy and happiness. Hayden's book shows much of the ups and downs with her relationship with young Sheila. Nevertheless, it still shows positive progression. It lends credence that when dealing with emotionally disturbed children, the issues aren't always black and white, for I was clearly appalled with Hayden's accounts of Sheila's actions. However, as I continued to read, I discovered the reasons why Sheila acted as she did and this was due to her background situation with her mother and father.

One thing that I did not like is that I felt Hayden's departure to pursue academics was in a sense, abandonment on Sheila's part. While I can understand the reason for it, I felt that it left Sheila too vulnerable into eventually thinking Hayden left her as well. With the Tiger's Child as the sequel to Sheila's story, I'm sure my reasoning will probably be addressed.

And I agree with Hayden in the beginning: Sheila is a survivor.

GRABS YOU BY THE HEART & WON'T LET GO!
ONE CHILD is my favorite book in the whole world. I first read it when it came out in the summer of 1981 I believe it was. Since then I have read it no less than 5 times. ONE CHILD has altered my life because today I am a foster mother and the way in which Torey dealt with 6 year old Shelia has influenced the way that I treat the lives which are entrusted to me.What can be said about that remarkable teacher that hasn't already been said? The formula that God poured into that woman's heart when he was creating her was the stuff that changes lives, that make people better, that rescues drowning souls! The steps that she took to help that child were small and seemingly ordinary but the power and results of those choices were the type that moved the mountains within the souls of those she helped. Torey Hayden is the kind of human being that God sends, if you're lucky, to people who never knew that a thing called LOVE ever existed. Buy this book and I dare you to not be moved and changed in at least some small way.

Enjoy your read, but don¿t take it as gospel
Torey Hayden's books impress on readers the success of her vast body of work with disturbed and troubled children. However, as you read, do not assume that you are reading facts and biography. You are reading parts of the truth, spiced with generous helpings of poetic license. These accounts are greatly fictionalized, and perhaps conflate a variety of cases.

According to Hayden's official website, one can figure out a timeline of her career. Her "biographical" writings are based on work done in the states, and, again according to her official website, she came to England in 1980. Yet, judging by her date of birth, it is highly unlikely that Hayden graduated from college before 1972, and that was with a science degree. Her graduate work was in special education, which means she was unlikely to have graduated with a Master's degree before 1974. In the US, a PhD is a long hard slog. Hayden did not finish hers, but one can easily deduce that she spent a great deal of time in college, and probably fitted in her work with disturbed children as part of her college field experience requirements.

So from this we know that her entire collection of "biographical" works was, at the most, based on experiences between 1972 and 1980. But even then the timeline is way off, especially when one considers Ghost Girl, and Hayden's claim of meeting her again when she was a college student.

Reading her accounts, one imagines a life's career. No. The fiction is the life work. Keep writing, Ms. Hayden, you do it well. But be honest: don't present your teaching experiences with these children as autobiographical and biographical.

Makes me ponder retirement
I will be retiring from the military in 5 years. I have thought about what I want to do for work when that day comes....as I'll only be 39 and still young. What Torey has envoked in me by her book was that feeling I once had. That I might want to teach. To be that one teacher you always remember.....for me, it was Mr. Mathias in 4th grade at Wishon Elementary in Fresno, CA. This is my first review of a book on Amazon, I was so moved. I only closed the cover 2 minutes ago. I was touched by the human spirit, and the power of love. How Shelia broke free from her shell, she was "tamed", to put it in her own words. I looked at the date the book was originally written....1980. Shelia would now be about 30. I wonder where she is, how she's doing? I was so moved that I know I will be thinking about her in the next few weeks. I love the part about the mysterious colored "candies" her classmate vomited up at home. I won't tell you to outcome so as to not ruin it. I laughed out loud, though, truly. I originally bought this book to sell on Amazon, but I wanted to read it first. Now, I'm keeping it. I'm glad I have another book by Torey as well.

Living the worst of life
One Child is a clear and precise look at a child of abuse-sexual and child. The reeling life of pain and disappointment. The long journey to come to the other side. This is a must read, highly rated book.
Other books in this genre to look for: Nightmares Echo-Katlyn Stewart and A Child Called It-David Pelzer ... Read more

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The diagnosis of metabolic diseases is facilitated by this clinical book. Each disease-related chapter begins with a detailed description of the patient and the delineating symptoms necessary for establishing the diagnosis and differential diagnosis. The figures illustrate the metabolic derangement in a uniform way, thus affording clarification and better understanding of the treatment. The metabolic derangement is described in great detail, together with essential aspects of the genetics involved. The topics covered range from general aspects such as the clinical approach to metabolic diseases, emergency treatment, diagnostic procedures, and psychosocial care for the child and the family to specific discussions of new modes of treatment, including liver, bone marrow transplantation and somatic gene therapy. ... Read more

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the most usefull guide to inherited metabolic disease
I'm now into the vast subject of inherited metabolic diseases for about one and a half year. This book is the perfect guide in dayly clinical work. It gives a short introduction at the first page of every chapter, showing the metabolic pathway and giving a short summery of the different types of metabolic defects in this part of metabolism. It's not only brief but also based on the recent publications. The very systematic structure and the much better index of this new edition is another reason why there is no day without Fernandez et al. in my clinical work. ... Read more

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This authoritative and invaluable volume from the organization representing the nation's finest pediatricians brings state-of-the-art answers to all your medical and parenting concerns. Here is sound, reassuring advice on baby care that covers everything from preparing for childbirth to family issues such as adoption and stepfamilies to age-appropriate toys. Here too is an indispensable guide to recognizing and solving common health problems during the first year, plus detailed instructions for coping with emergency medical situations.

Comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date, Your Baby's First Year includes:

• a month-by-month guide to your baby's first year that lets you know what to expect in terms of growth, behavior, and development
• a complete health encyclopedia covering injuries, illnesses, and other disabilities
• safety checks for home, outdoors, and cars, with crucial new information on air bag safety and infant car seats
• coverage of breastfeeding techniques and benefits
• guidelines for choosing a child-care provider
• and much, much more.

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Invaluable tool for first timers
This book has been an invaluable tool for us. It's the owners manual for your baby! It has saved us many calls to the Doctor. We are first time parents and it gave information on feeding (both bottle and breast), changing, poops and pees, fevers, just about everything you can imagine. I highly recommend this book for parents.

Dan's Girl
Since babies don't came with an "owner's manual" they created one to help you anticipate and handle your new baby's basic needs without worry. This helpful handbook covers feeding, bathing, first aid, health childproofing, and sleeping (good luck!)Noewly revised, this book gives new parents the techniques and confidence they need.

Very informative and helpful book!
I found this book to be very thorough and up to date.There was some information in there I found useful and some things I did not.But, it gives a good description of the changes that happen during your child's first year being careful not to be too rigid in saying something should happen at this time or else. ... Read more

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Provides the reader with an interpretation of central auditory processing disorders that is both scientific and clinical.The information is presented in an easy to read and understand format.This book is ideal for practicing clinicians who are looking for a review of this complex subject.The text is clearly presented to aid the learning process, with learning objectives set out at the beginning of each chapter, and the inclusion of lots of tables, key notes boxes and highlighted sentences. ... Read more

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Excellent
You must have it. You will read it fast and learn a lot in no time, enyoing every question.

a must have book
The authors present 1794 questions that cover the broad field of the perinatological field.Each answer is a complete review and one can increase it with the bibliography. ... Read more

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Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee. Third edition of a major, two-volume reference for physicians in nuclear medicine or in nuclear cardiology. Previous edition 1988 by Gottschalk. Covers instrumentation and clinical application. Color and halftone illustrations. 146 contributors, 124 U.S. ... Read more

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The Late Talker book A Guiding Light
The Late Talker book is like a guiding light through a turbulent storm. Finally a book geared toward both parents and professionals written in a clear "how to" way to help any child that needs help talking. The Late Talker is the first book that breaks down the needed medical, educational and speech information into language that anyone can understand--and intertwines it all with stories any parent can relate to.

As a mother of two late talking children, diagnosed in later years with a speech disorder, I now know how critical it is to seek appropriate services as early as possible, and the importance of knowing the difference between a speech delay and a speech disorder. How I searched for information when my boys were growing up speech and language impaired! Not just on therapy--but on where to go, which professionals to see and what to expect, what to look for in the school, how to deal with the teasing and the fears -only to find nothing out there in books to help me to help my children. What I would have given to have had this valuable information when both my sons were younger.
I hope it makes the world brighter for children like mine -and "brings them a voice." For this reason, The Late Talker book brings tears to my eyes.

Hats off to co-authors, Dr. Marilyn Agin, Malcolm Nicholl, and Lisa Geng for creating this book and for teaching how to be the voice for your child, until your child's voice is unlocked.

A call-to-action for parents & caregivers of any late talker
I would highly recommend this book to anyone who is even slightly concerned that a child may have a speech delay. I only wish I had read a book like this when my preschooler was 15 months old (the time at which I first started having those nagging feelings that something just wasn't quiet right with his speech development). Instead he was 27 months old when he was finally diagnosed with a speech delay because well-meaning people advised us to adopt a "wait and see" approach. By doing so, he lost one year of very valuable speech therapy. This book contains a wealth of information: signs of possible disorders vs. a mere speech delay; the importance of obtaining the right kinds of therapy and evaluations; dealing with insurance companies, early-intervention programs and school systems; how to be your child's best advocate; the amazing benefits of essential fatty acid supplementation; things parents can do at home with their child to stimulate speech development; internet sites, support groups, and so much more! In short, this book contains everything you'd ever need to know or want to ask to give your late talker the best head start possible!

hope for my 2 year old
I bought the book, The Late Talker, and I am so happy with the results that we have gotten with my 2 year old. My son, was not saying a word, or communicating at all and was very independent. About a month ago I started a suggestion that they made in the book, and WOW have I seen results. He is no longer independent (meaning, not wanting to communicate) He is repeating words now that I ask him to repeat and his focus and attention span is amazing. All my friends and family thought that he may be autistic and after only 3 weeks of giving him this product that they suggest in the book, I have seen miraculous changes. I thank God first and then I thank the authors of this book. I would highly recommend this book if anyone has a child with speech problems or is even in doubt. This product that I am giving him is sooooo healthy for the whole family.

Can't recommend high enough
I was so tired of hearing my son was just a late talker. I wasn't worried, but I had questions and wanted to know what I could do to help my child. Why is he not talking yet? Does he need therapy? As a father I absolutely loved this book. It's cram packed with information on how to work with my son to help him. The chapters are broken down by topic ie: therapy, things to do at home to help, etc.

Simply put this is a must read for any parent of a child who has a speech problem. Best book and only book I've found so far that gives specifics on how and why your child may have a speech delay from an easy to understand parent/professional point of view.

2 grandparents review
As grandparents we were upset at first when we realized that our two-year old grandson still had not begun talking. He had a speech impairment. Fortunately, our daughter was directed to a "special needs" nursery school, where a knowledgeable teacher introduced her to the concept of "early intervention" and the need for a prompt proper diagnosis by a developmental pediatrician, followed by therapy by a qualified speech pathologist. Our grandson, now eight years old, is enrolled in a "Special Ed" county schools, and is receiving the special therapy, which will enable him to look forward to clearer speech patterns and enunciation in the foreseeable future. All this, because our daughter became involved actively,in searching for a solution to her son's disorder.We recently read" The Late Talker" by Dr Marilyn Agin and Lisa Geng, which describes in great detail the frustration of parents of an apraxic child, who do not know where to turn for help. The book explains the importance of "Early Intervention" and the danger of a wait-and-see attitude. A professional diagnosis by a developmental pediatrician is essential for a guide for proper therapy. The need for a speech therapist is stressed, whether in school or privately. This book lead a parent of a child with a speech impairment from a maze of confusion into a reasonable plan for a child's future progress of better speech. At the end of "The Late Talker" there is a section on resources for a parent,a guideline for school-based speech-language-pathologists, explanations of medical abbreviations, a glossary and finally an extensive bibliography. This book encourages parents to get involved, go to IEP meetings, work with the boards of education to get the best training for their child. Fortunately,it is an easy read,as well. We recommend it highly. Sincerely, 2 lucky grandparents ... Read more

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This new book - with nearly 200 case studies and 700 radiographs - provides complete information on a full range of pediatric disorders. The book's wide variety of cases, ranging from the simple to the complex, make it ideal as both a study guide for residents and as a reference in everyday practice.

Pediatric Radiology Casebase is divided into nine anatomically based sections, each covering the pathology and radiographic evaluation of common childhood diseases. Throughout, the "self-study" format allows you to make your own diagnosis and compare it to the author's explanation. ... Read more

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Excellent for Board review
This book was very helpful for board review and preparation. I believe it does live up to its name as a baby book of "Aunt Minnie's". The diagnoses are classic and discussions succinct. The bibliography is also excellent.

One could use this book as a primary learning tool while learning pediatric radiology,but I wouldn't recommend this to anyone but a radiologist or a radiology resident. It wouldn't be very helpful for a pediatrician, because the way it is set-up is radiology "boards" style. ... Read more

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Essential reading for parents
Dr. Birmaher has been treating kids and adolescents and doing research on pediatric bipolar disorder for many years, and speaks from both clinical experience and from research findings. Contains current info on treatment, and many tips for how parents can get the help their children need and reduce stress and increase flexibility. One of the best books available for parents on the topic.

Your ticket of entry to best possible care
Professor Birmaher's book represents the latest in scientific understanding and clinical approaches for recognizing and responding to Bipolar Disorder in children and teens. A researcher of note, Professor Birmaher has been able to translate the most up-to-date research data into a supportive, simple and effective text for concerned parents and others wanting to take the best course of action. The inclusion of clear and detailed diagnostic advice, treatment and management strategies, and test instruments makes 'New Hope for Children and Teens with Bipolar Disorder' an accessible foundation text for both new and experienced clinicians working with young people. ... Read more

Book Description

Here's the completely revised, updated, and streamlined 5th Edition of the acclaimed reference on infectious diseases in children. The New Edition reflects all of today's significant changes and advances in the treatment of pediatric infectious disease-providing readers with the most complete information on the full range of diseases. It offers unparalleled coverage of immunology, epidemiology, public health, preventive medicine, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, treatment, and much more. ... Read more