What is most frequently asked in examinations, both in multiple choice and viva voce formats, is the recognition and management of emergencies. It is after all these conditions, above others, that as junior doctors they must be able to deal with promptly. The aim of this book is to give clinical medical students the basics of the major emergent conditions they may come across, both in finals and on the wards as a foundation year doctor.? Prasanna Sooriakumaram, Channa Jayasena and Anjla Sharman, in the Preface
Author(s):
Prasanna Sooriakumaran, Channa Jayasena and Anjla Sharman
A concise and understandable review of the physics, mathematics, statistics, physiology and pharmacology of anaesthesia. Revisions reflect advances in technology; for example, the considerable recent advances in uses of capnographs and oxygen analysers. Basic Science for Anaesthetists is a concise and informative text: invaluable for trainee anaesthetists and a teaching aid for trainers.
Author(s):
Sylva Dolenska Publisher: Cambridge University Press
The Structured Oral Examination in Anaesthesia: Practice Papers for Teachers and Trainees
Description:
This text comprises questions and answers closely simulating the Royal College of Anaesthetists' oral examination format. Displayed as complete exam papers, the book enables candidates to assess their own knowledge accurately. Thorough revision with this book is ideal preparation for anaesthesia oral examinations worldwide.
Author(s):
S. Balasubramanian, C. Mendonca and Colin Pinnock Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Evidence Based Medicine (EBM), using the best evidence in the literature for the best care for patients, sounds very simple. Yet, most medical students and physicians do not have the mathematical background or training to critically evaluate published research. This 'users guide' to EBM helps medical students overcome this challenge.
Presenting a comprehensive overview of recent advances in evidence-based pharmacological treatment of psychiatric disorders. There have been very significant developments in our understanding of the methods for systematically reviewing literature, assessing clinical trials and optimising decision making. The book explores these issues and applies lessons learned.
Author(s):
Dan J. Stein, Bernard Lerer, and Stephen M. Stahl Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Walton Centre for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Liverpool
Organised from A to Z, this pocket-sized ready-reference, consists of a series of entries, each one describing, in a readable, structured and accessible style, an aspect of neurology. This will become an essential resource for all those undertaking training in neurology, as well as providing a reference source for generalists.
Author(s):
Roger A. Barker, Neil J. Scolding, and Dominic Rowe Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Presenting the basics of MR practice and theory in a unique way: backwards! The subject is approached just as a new MR practitioner would encounter MRI: starting from the images, equipment and scanning protocols, rather than pages of physics theory.
Author(s):
Donald W. McRobbie, Elizabeth A. Moore, and Martin J. Graves Publisher: Cambridge University Press
If you are interested in medical school, this is the book for you. Now in its 17th edition, it has been thoroughly revised to take in the latest changes in the curriculum and entry requirements. There is also a new chapter covering the legal pitfalls facing medical students and doctors.
Author(s):
Peter Richards, Simon Stockill, and Rosalind Foster Publisher: Cambridge University Press
QNotes for the MRCP Part 1 works alongside the Royal College of Physicians published Part 1 MCQ papers from 1996 and 1997. Whilst the notes are not approved by the College, the authors have recent experience of the MRCP MCQ examination and considerable experience of teaching trainees themselves. Contains CD-ROM.
2002 234 x 156mm 334pp
Author(s):
Edited by Raymond McCrudden With contributions by John Gordon, Callum Pearce and Lynn Thomas Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Not only does this book allow the reader practice the set exams, but the CD-ROM will mark these exams, allow the reader to customize exams to focus in on areas requiring further revision, shuffle the stems to set an inexhaustible number of different papers, and advise on examination strategy.
2001 234 x 156 mm 112pp
Author(s):
J. S. A. Green and S. A. Wajed Publisher: Cambridge University Press
This book provides 300 MCQs for the MRCPCH, together with referenced explanatory notes. The free QBase CD-ROM included with the book considerably enhances its versatility and utility and makes this package much more than just a book of MCQs. The CD-ROM can be installed in seconds.
2001 234 x 156 mm 152pp
Author(s):
Rachel U. Sidwell and Mike Thomson With contributions by Kamal Patel Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Practising examination techniques is an essential component of postgraduate medical training. Whilst certain types of examinations, such as MCQs, are already well catered for by many publications, examples of extended matching questions (EMQs), are not widely available.
2001 234 x 156 mm 248pp
Author(s):
Sunil Auplish and M. K. Hossain-Ibrahim Publisher: Cambridge University Press
This is the first book in the new Oxford Specialist Handbooks in Surgery series. It covers all areas of cardiac and thoracic surgery, and is aimed at specialist trainees in this field.
This important new book provides a practical, easy-to-use guide to clinical consultation in genetics, covering the process of diagnosis, investigation, management, and counseling for patients. All genetic conditions are covered as well as referral categories for a clinical genetic opinion.
The Neurology of Eye Movements provides clinicians with a synthesis of current scientific information that can be applied to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders of ocular motility.
Widely recognised as the standard text for trainee psychiatrists, the Shorter Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry stands head and shoulders above the competition. Fulfilling all the study and revision needs of psychiatric trainees, it covers all aspects of psychiatric training with authority and pragmatism, and has been comprehensively updated and redesigned.
Oxford Handbook of Clinical Immunology and Allergy
Description:
The new edition of this practical and clinically relevant guide to assist with the diagnosis and management of immunological/allergic disease, reflects the significant developments that have occurred in the field over recent years.
Type 2 diabetes is one of the major public health problems of modern times. This book considers type 2 diabetes as part of a syndrome of cardiovascular risk diagnosed on the basis of raised blood glucose. The authors highlight the scale of the problem, with specific chapters relating type 2 diabetes to each of the major cardiovascular risk factors (obesity, hypertension, dyslipidaemia and hyperglycaemia). The relationship between diabetes and each risk factor is considered, followed by the evidence base for management and management regimens. In the final chapter there is a discussion of multiprofessional care including the challenges facing health professionals in the provision of such care, systems of care and overcoming obstacles including problems of patient compliance.
Published 2004
Author(s):
A.H. Barnett Professor of Medicine, University of Birmingham, and Consultant Physician, Birmingham Heartlands and Solihull NHS Trust (Teaching)
G. O'Gara General Practitioner, Small Heath Medical Practice, Small Heath, Birmingham
The exponential increase in the number of people developing type 2 diabetes, one of the biggest public health problems of modern times, is inextricably linked to the global obesity epidemic. Diabetes, Obesity & Cardiovascular Disease considers the epidemiology of diabetes and obesity, which has recently been termed 'diabesity', and its relationship to cardiovascular disease. The evidence base for treatment of each of the cardiovascular risk factors in patients with diabetes, including lifestyle, glycaemia, blood pressure and lipid levels, is reviewed in light of their relationship to obesity. Multiple risk factor intervention is then discussed, followed by chapters on the management of obesity as a means of reducing cardiovascular risk, with consideration given to weight management programmes, the use and role of anti-obesity agents, bariatric surgery and other forms of pharmacotherapy.
Chapters include:
· Epidemiology of diabetes and obesity
· Obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease
· Evidence base for treatment of cardiovascular risk
· Management of obesity in type 2 diabetes
· Management of dyslipidaemia, hypertension and glycaemic control
· The role of bariatric surgery
· Multiprofessional management in obesity in type 2 diabetes
Published Spring 2005
Author(s):
A.H. Barnett Professor of Medicine, University of Birmingham, and Consultant Physician, Birmingham Heartlands and Solihull NHS Trust (Teaching)
Renal disease is one of the most serious consequences of diabetes and will affect between one-quarter and one-third of the growing population of people who have type 2 diabetes.
Diabetes & Renal Disease is an informative and practical guide to diabetic renal disease and its identification and early management in primary care. The book highlights the importance of adequate screening and prompt intervention, and reviews the evidence base underlying current prevention and treatment strategies. The role of newer agents that inhibit the renin angiotensin system is highlighted and how they can be used together with other therapies to limit renal damage and reduce overall cardiovascular risk. Although diabetic renal disease is a grave consideration, this is an area of medicine where profound health benefits can be achieved with the correct management.
Chapters include:
· Epidemiology and vascular complications
· Pathogenesis and natural history
· Evidence base for the prevention and treatment
· The role of newer agents
· Risk reduction: an overview
· Multiprofessional management
Published Summer 2005
Author(s):
A.H. Barnett Professor of Medicine, University of Birmingham, and Consultant Physician, Birmingham Heartlands and Solihull NHS Trust (Teaching)
