Medicine - John S. Axford

Medicine is a revolutionary core textbook designed with students for students. Clinically–orientated and focused squarely on the core curriculum, Medicine delivers what medical students need to know in a manner that encourages learning. Medicine has evolved out of close collaboration and planning with students, junior doctors, and teachers. The result is something refreshingly different – the result is something quite unique. Medicine successfully integrates basic science and clinical practice. The systems–based chapters all follow a common structure: Structure and Function – the essential basics that underpin each system Approach to the Patient – history and examination, clinical presentations, differential diagnosis and investigations Disease and their Management – all the common conditions that medical students need to know for future practice This consistent, easy–to–navigate structure makes locating information simple and it is also tailored toward successful revision. All chapters have been updated and revised to follow the core curriculum and current medical practice. A new chapter on the Human Aspects of Medicine covers the principles of medicine, ethics, law and evidence–based medicine guidelines. Individual colour–coded features make Medicine even easier to use: 'At a Glance' boxes: perfect for quick review and revision 'Clinical Presentations at a Glance' : excellent summaries to develop your clinical problem–solving skills 'Key Points' : alert you to essential information throughout 'Must Know' checklists: highlight the key learning objectives in each chapter 'Further Reading' : your guide to clinical evidence from key books, journals and websites For more information on this fantastic brand new text, log onto www.blackwellpublishing.com/axford