Crystal-clear and easy-to-read, this popular text focuses on the essential pathophysiology, diagnoses, and management of the most common clinical situations. The Fifth Edition updates all diagnostic and therapeutic information and increases the number of illustrations and x-rays. Detailed coverage of when to hospitalize a patient can be found in the management sections of each chapter. The STD and HIV/AIDS chapters have been heavily modified for this edition, and there is also expanded coverage of genetics, geriatrics, and transplantation. A must have for medical students and residents.

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Prepared by residents and attending physicians at Massachusetts General Hospital, this pocket-sized looseleaf is one of the best-selling references for medical students, interns, and residents on the wards and candidates reviewing for internal medicine board exams. In bulleted lists, tables, and algorithms, Pocket Medicine provides key clinical information about common problems in all areas of internal medicine. The looseleaf binding resembles the familiar "pocket brain" notebook that most students and interns carry and allows users to add notes. This thoroughly updated Second Edition includes a new section on neurological problems, particularly stroke and seizures.

Pocket Medicine, Second Edition is also available electronically for PDAs.

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This concise pocket-sized guide is intended primarily for 3rd and 4th year students in their internal medicine rotation. Written by teaching residents, this book takes a simple and straightforward approach to common medical problems. Broad topics like anemia, renal failure, and vasculitis are broken down into manageable pieces. Mnemonics, used primarily as a means of creating extensive differential diagnoses, are followed by step-by-step instructions. Important “Hot Keys”, or clinical pearls, are interspersed at critical junctures throughout the text. New to the Second Edition are sections on hospital-acquired complications, pleural effusions, skin and soft tissue infections, and seizure disorders.

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Here is the first single, primary review tool to prepare students for both the internal medicine clerkship and the corresponding end-rotation NBME shelf examination. This logical alternative to several, limited-focus books blends a bullet-outline format students prefer in a review book with comprehensive paragraphs, as needed, for optimal preparation. A wealth of illustrations, charts, tables, graphs, and mnemonics speed and supplement learning. Ample content without superfluous detail enables students to readily evaluate and expand their knowledge of cardiology, pulmonary medicine, gastroenterology, hematology, neurology, endocrinology, rheumatology, nephrology, genitourinary disorders, fluids and electrolytes, dermatology, and musculoskeletal problems.

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Written by Washington University house staff, this pocket-sized survival guide provides all the essential information that every intern needs from Day 1 on the wards, including the neurologic history and physical examination, a neuroanatomy review, specific neuroimaging techniques and diagnostic tools, and sections on stroke, seizures, vertigo, dizziness, and ataxia, acute vision loss, headache, movement disorders, dementia, and sleep disorders. Content includes algorithms, useful formulas, patient notes, top ten work-ups, common calls and complaints, key points on most common problems, essentials of "what not to miss" and "when to refer/call for help," and "tricks of the trade." A listing of neurological Internet resources is included.

The Washington Manual® Neurology Survival Guide is also available electronically for handheld computers.

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Blueprints Pocket Gastroenterology is designed as a quick read for students on rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty. Pocket-sized and practical, the text reviews the clinical topics a student would most likely encounter during an elective rotation and also provides the basic knowledge needed before USMLE Steps 2 and 3 in an organized, easy-to-read outline format. The book also features appendices on opportunities in gastroenterology, a question and answer review, and suggested additional reading. Blueprints Pocket Gastroenterology is perfect for medical students. Physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and related health professionals will also find the book valuable.

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Featuring a uniquely visual two-page-spread design that is great for rapid reference or review, In A Page Infectious Disease provides a quick overview of the most commonly seen infectious diseases. Each disease is presented on a two-page spread in boxes with consistent headings: introduction; etiology, epidemiology, and risk factors; patient presentation; differential diagnosis; diagnostic evaluation; treatment and management; and prognosis and complications. Bulleted key points appear under each heading. An appendix briefly reviews antibiotics. This pocket-sized book is ideal for interns, medical students in internal medicine rotations, or USMLE review, as well as for physician assistant and nurse practitioner students.

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Blueprints Clinical Cases in Medicine, Second Edition offers third- and fourth-year medical students valuable preparation for clerkships and the USMLE Steps 2 and 3. The book features 60 clinical cases, 10 new to this edition and 50 revised and updated from the first edition. Each case consists of a clinical vignette followed by thought questions and discussion, and ends with a question-and-answer review and a listing of suggested additional reading. A question-and-answer section at the end of the book contains 100 USMLE-format multiple-choice questions and detailed answer explanations.

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As part of the popular High-Yield™ Series, this updated Third Edition provides a concise review of internal medicine for students during their rotation and while preparing for the USMLE Step 2. High-Yield™ Internal Medicine, Third Edition is presented in a concise, uncluttered outline format with ample illustrations and tables. The book enables students to get the maximum relevance and performance from intensely focused study.

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This handbook reference will assist medical students in understanding the rationale behind antibiotic selection for common bacterial pathogens and infectious disease presentations. By supplying the rationale for choosing antibiotics, the book reduces the amount of memorization necessary for proper antibiotic prescribing. Designed for quick, easy comprehension, the book is heavily illustrated with two-color figures and includes fact-anecdotes, interesting ancillary information, mnemonics, and questions to test understanding. Appendices include dosing in adults and children; antibacterial agents in pregnancy; generic and trade names of commonly used antibacterial agents; and treatment of infections caused by bacterial agents of bioterrorism.

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This pocket handbook for third- and fourth-year medical students and non-orthopedic clinicians is a quick, problem-focused tool for evaluating patients with musculoskeletal disorders. It teaches students basic orthopedic exam skills needed for many clinical rotations, and guides primary care and emergency/urgent care practitioners in initial evaluation of musculoskeletal problems. The book includes 120 drawings by the author, 39 x-rays, and numerous references for further information.

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In a Page Inpatient Medicine provides a quick overview of diseases, "on call" complaints, and diagnostic procedures encountered in the inpatient setting. Section One is organized by disease; Section Two is organized by complaint (signs and symptoms); and Section Three is organized by diagnostic test or procedure. Each disease, complaint, or test/procedure is covered in an easy-to-follow two-page spread with key points bolded.

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Written for third- and fourth-year medical students and interns, this practical pocket-sized manual provides up-to-date information that can be used while seeing patients in the examination room. The book is organized by chief complaint or problem, covers all problems commonly seen in an outpatient setting, and provides user-friendly information on differential diagnosis, history-taking, diagnostic tests, treatment, and patient management. The concise presentation is reinforced by mnemonics, "hot-keys", tables, figures, and algorithms.

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More than just Board review for USMLE Steps 2 and 3, Blueprints Medicine, Fourth Edition can help you during clerkship rotations and sub-internship. This popular Blueprints book has been refined and updated while keeping the same accurate, concise, and organized style of previous editions.

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In A Page Cardiology

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NMS Medicine, Sixth Edition is the perfect reference and review for medical students in their internal medicine clerkship. Completely updated, it focuses on essential concepts in a concise, outline-format that fosters rapid study and retention. End-of-chapter USMLE-style questions and case studies at the end of the book offer excellent preparation for end-of-rotation exams as well as the USMLE. This edition includes access to a companion website offering fully searchable text, additional chapter content (including photos and illustrations) indicated in the book by icons, and a comprehensive exam consisting of over 100 board-style review questions, with answers and explanations!

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Thoroughly revised for its Fifth Edition, this concise textbook is ideal for medical students in internal medicine clinical clerkships. This edition's content reflects current guidelines from the Clerkship Directors in Internal Medicine and the National Board of Medical Examiners on topics necessary for this rotation. The book is a collaboration between clinical faculty at the Medical College of Wisconsin and clerkship students who have reviewed all chapters for relevance to the clerkship experience.

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A primary review tool to prepare students for both the internal medicine clerkship and corresponding end-of-rotation exam., Step-Up blends a bullet-outline format students prefer in a review book with comprehensive paragraphs, as needed, for optimal preparation. Illustrations, charts, tables, graphs, mnemonics, and "Quick Hits" pearls for the clerkship speed and supplement learning. A new section in this updated Second Edition presents 100 USMLE-style clinical vignette-based questions with answers. This edition includes access to the fully searchable online text.

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Medicine Recall, Third Edition

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Advanced Medicine Recall

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This case-based review covers all the core information medical students are expected to learn during their internal medicine clerkship and offers thorough preparation for the end-of-rotation examination. Each topic begins with a brief patient history and a question about the most likely diagnosis or next step in management. The text then discusses alternative diagnoses and management strategies. The discussion is followed by scenarios outlining complications of the original condition, to provide a full-spectrum review of the condition.

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Blueprints Medicine provides students with a complete review of essential topics—perfect for clerkship rotations and the USMLE. This edition has been completely updated while maintaining its succinct, organized, and concise style.

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Blueprints Family Medicine provides students with a complete review of key concepts and topics and serves as a rapid reference during day-to-day activities in patient care—perfect for clerkship rotations and the USMLE.

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