Editorial Review

This is serious stuff. The most widely used medical text in the world and the hypochondriac's bible, the Merck has the lowdown on the vast expanse of human diseases, disorders and injuries, as well as their symptoms and recommended therapy. It's intended for physicians and medical students, but though the type is tiny and the language technical, the Merck's a valuable volume for anyone with more than a passing interest in bodily ills. ... Read more

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Handy Medical Guide
If a doctor gives me or someone else I know a diagnosis, I can look it up in the Manual and get a straightforward, detailed writeup about it.I always use it in conjunction with a doctor.

The Merck Manual - Medical Accuracy at Last
The Merck Manual has been in use in my psychology office for over 20 years.It is has been a wellspring of accurate albeit very technical information on every syndrome and disease that has been presented to me.It is an absolutely invaluable supplement to my psychological practice.HOWEVER....it is also a hypochondriac's nightmare, so those who obsess about their health should not buy it.For all others, it can make your visits to your doctor much more productive. And you can amaze and mystify your friends with incredible medical obscura!

Buy it While Available!!!
This will be THE CLASSIC Merck Manual for many many years to come and for this reason alone any physician, allied medical rofessional, or hypchondriac should buy it.It is not only leather bound, but contains one hundred years of medical history that changed the face of Western Civilization.You may compare almonst one hundrend years and many generations of advances in medical knowledge and find no comparable period, from hand-washing and public health to AIDs to the discovery of penicillin and aspirin.
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Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Handbooks, manuals, etc    3. Internal Medicine    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Medicine    7. Reference    8. Therapeutics    9. Therapeutics (General)    10. Medical / Diagnosis    11. Medical diagnosis   

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Classic book.
Intro to physical examination. Easy and harmless.Liked the chapter summary. This is a book for all health care profesionals. Physicians should use DeGowin or Sapira.

Index Incorrect
The index in the version I have is completely inaccurate.What's more, to obtain errata you're required to enter a code on the publisher's website.This code is not stamped on the book but is on the packaging which I unfortunately threw away before I noticed the index was completely inaccurate.
Save money, buy a used book !
Once again, the teacher recommended we buy the newest version.
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Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Medical history taking    5. Nursing - Assessment & Diagnosis    6. Nursing - General    7. Physical Examination    8. Physical diagnosis    9. methods    10. Examination of patients    11. Medical / Nursing / Assessment & Diagnosis    12. Medical diagnosis   

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THE derm book
There are several excellent dermatology texts in the market, but I believe this is the one to get, due to quality of pictures and organization.If you only have money for one, get this one!

The book rules...plain and simple
I am a busy FP doc at a military base and I see a considerable amount of dermatologic complaints.I try to take care of most of it myself (since we have no dermatologist on staff) and find this book indispensable to my daily practice.I open it practically every day.For those of you who think the 'baby' Habif is enough, it's not!Trust me, I tried to scrape by with the 'baby' version for years before I bit the bullet and bought it.The sections on acne, eczema, dermatophytosis, and rosacea are outstanding.

A good basic dermatology book
Habif is a classic. The pictures are among the best any dermatology textbook can have. Perhaps only Rassner has comparable pictures. But Habif has much more ones. The texts are well written and directed to easily and quick dermatology reference, on a basic point of view. I think it is a good book for dermatology knowledge introduction. If you want to go further on dermatology estudies, this a good firt step ,before more profound books, like fitzpatrick or Rook. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Atlases    2. Dermatology    3. Diagnosis    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Medical / Dermatology   

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The best ECG resource for med students
This book is an absolute gem. It's corny in places and has a few minor errors (autonomic physiology section for example), but it breaks down the nuts and bolts of ECG like no other resource. Some consider the book to be too basic; however, for a medical student's purpose, I disagree. I was called on on several occasions in internal medicine morning report and conferences to read ECGs of patients being discussed. I used the systematic method proposed by Dubin, and was commended by Staff on each occasion. The book breaks interpretation down and gives an algorithm: rate, rhythm, axis, intervals and hypertrophy and ischemia/damage. It's easy to learn because the book is very repititious. In fact, the repititious nature of the text may be irritating if you already have a good handle of ECG. Unlike other textbooks, once you've meticulously worked through this one, the knowledge gained is very easy to retain. I attribute this to the redundant nature of the book, i.e. while working through, you're contantly reminded of pertinent concepts previously presented in the text. This is definitely a five star resource for med students.

Perhaps the best
I purchased almost every book on the market pertaining to ECG's and this is perhaps the best you will find? It has great illustrations and explains heart function/anatomy very well. Covers every technical aspect to the subject of cardiology. However, many of the ECG strips could have been illustrated a lot bigger and more clearer. Some of the ECG strips are fuzzy!

Unless your a cardiologist, stick with this book.
This is truly an excellent book on an important subject.I read this book once as a medical student and once again as an intern.I cannot imagine another book being better at teaching EKG interpretation.Maybe there are some other good onces out there, but you cannot go wrong here.This was quite helpful from a residents perspective when taking care of medicine patients. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Cardiology    2. Diagnosis    3. Medical    4. Medical / Nursing    5. Cardiovascular medicine   

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Business purchase
I ordered these for independent adjusters who work for my firm, and they find them indispensable. Because I am not an adjuster, I am unable to evaluate them.

this is the book you have to use in california to do disability
This book requires that you attend several seminars, buy several other books explainig how to use the charts, what the
I thought less emotional review is needed...
I still feel that those people below who feel that this book is the greatest thing since sliced bread are biased and must have some interest in the book.This book does have many contributors.
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Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Disability evaluation    3. Forensic Medicine    4. Handbooks, manuals, etc    5. Human Services    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Medical Law & Legislation    9. Medical jurisprudence    10. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation    11. Reference    12. Services For The Physically Challenged    13. Medical diagnosis    14. Medical screening    15. USA   

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Very useful for an Adult Psychopathology class
I found this book much more useful than any other providing disorder classification system.

Excellent resource
I use this text as a support text for a class I teach on Sex crimes and Paraphilias..It works well in determiong background on offenders.

Very good book
Worth buying it, clear and precise explanations on the topic. It is a "must" with out any doubt.
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Subjects:  1. Classification    2. Clinical Psychology    3. Diagnosis    4. Diagnostic and Statistical Man    5. Mental Disorders    6. Mental illness    7. Psychiatric Diagnosis    8. Psychiatry - General    9. Psychology    10. Psychopathology - General    11. Reference    12. Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders    13. Medical diagnosis    14. Psychiatry    15. Psychology & Psychiatry / Clinical Psychology   

Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Internal Medicine    3. Medical    4. Medical / Nursing    5. Reference    6. Medical / Internal Medicine    7. Medical diagnosis   

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Sigh....
Another ubiquitous book. A "must have"....i don't own one. Don't want one. Too big. People just buy it for the pictures anyway, has anyone really read the text in Zitelli's? Most people use it as an atlas to review for boards...My logic is, if you're gonna just use it for pictures, why not buy the atlas by Shah? There are other atlases out there that are less cumbersome and cheaper. Plus, do you think the pedi board people will take a picture right out of a well-known text?
Could not be better
This is the finest text a pediatrician can own for daily practice, board brush up and companion to the standard textbooks. It can fill many gaps inherent in the nature of pediatric training and is eminently relevant. If the authors never pen another things, they can be forever proud of this work. Brava.

Must-Have for anyone in Peds
This is undoubtedly a must-have reference for anyone in pediatrics.This has a great collection of color images & is well-organized.The new edition is definitely weightier, but there is more text & more diagrams.Considering the cost, it's probably not worth getting the new edition if you already have the older one.However, if you're buying, buy the new one. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Atlases    2. Children    3. Diagnosis    4. Diseases    5. Medical    6. Medical / Nursing    7. Medical examinations    8. Pediatric Diagnosis    9. Pediatrics    10. Physical diagnosis    11. Medical / Pediatrics    12. Medical diagnosis    13. Paediatric medicine   

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You NEED this Book
Absolutely essential. Excellent coverage of topics. Easy to use format. A can't live without it book. I use it daily.

Great!
I am currently a second year PA student.This has been an amazing help on my rotations, all of them.I recommended it several of my classmates; they also love it.We have a test at the end of each rotation, and this is a perfect way to review. Just the facts without much fluff.It is also a handy reference in the clinic.

2006 Current to be updated for 2002. Go on to buy it. Editors need you.
It became boring. Look at the endocrinology section. It claims if there is only one study related to selenium theraphy in autoimmune thyroiditis in the editions of 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006... Infact there are more than 5 studies on this topic in the literature. Do you want to buy similar claims? Your choice. Editors need you... ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Allied Health Services - Medical Assistants    2. Diagnosis    3. Internal Medicine    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Therapeutics    7. Clinical & Internal Medicine    8. Medical / Internal Medicine   

Subjects:  1. Clinical Laboratory Techniques    2. Diagnosis    3. Diagnosis, Laboratory    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Pathology    7. Medical / Pathology    8. Medical diagnosis   

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Current OB and GYN Dx and Tmt
As a busy 4th yr resident, there is hardly any time to read the major OB/GYN textbooks. This text is a good review of major concepts in OB/GYN. It's a very easy read.

Great book for 3rd year med school
I used this book as a supplement to my 3rd year clerkship in med school.It is not a huge text, so it was great for looking up the details that were not found in Blueprints, especially if you are interested in OB for a career.The book is well organized and is easy to read.Too much to read for board review or shelf exams, but an excellent reference book for OB/GYN.

Best choice for medical students
Best choice for medical students who desire an introduction to Obstetrics an Gynecology. Includes guidelines for treatment. The first book at this speciallity for newcomers. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Gynecology & Obstetrics    3. Gynecology And Obstetrics    4. Medical    5. Medical / Nursing    6. Clinical & Internal Medicine    7. Medical / Gynecology & Obstetrics   

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From veterinarian and pathologis
This is with no doubt one of the best book written in the field of histology and pathohistology. I used this book intensively while writing my research thesis. The book is very professional and it is written in a "user friendly" manner. Freida Carson Histology review
I think this is one of the best instructional histology books I have seen. It gives a solid background of the information needed to certify with the board of registry and allows a individual to learn on there own whileworking in the histo laboratory. This book has helped me to grasp all basisin the subject while keeping it interesting and not dull. I stronglysuggest this book along with the instructional workbook for anyone who isstarting out in the field of histology. It will be worth your money. ... Read more

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Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Pediatrics    5. Medical / Pediatrics    6. Paediatric medicine   

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What a gem!
This book not only got me throught my ECG test, it made me feel comfortable with interpretations after several years outside the critical care scene!

not as boring as it looks
After The Third Policeman and The Turn of the Screw, I thought this would be a snoozefest, but it was actually very interesting.I'm not sure who left it or why (do I sound paranoid? I don't mean to sound paranoid), but I think the information may prove useful down the road....
A good practice book
Quite extensive workbook about hearth arrhythmias. In each case chapter starts with short theory and than examples of charts for the particular arrhythmias and than you get a chance to practice yourself with number of charts, answers in the back with explanations. It is a good practice book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Arrhythmia    2. Cardiology    3. Diagnosis    4. Electrocardiography    5. Interpretation    6. Medical    7. Medical / Nursing    8. Nursing - General    9. Problems and Exercises    10. Problems, exercises, etc    11. Medical / Nursing / Medical & Surgical    12. Medical diagnosis   

Subjects:  1. Allied Health Services - Physical Therapy    2. Chiropractic    3. Clinical Protocols    4. Diagnosis    5. Diagnosis, Differential    6. General    7. Medical    8. Medical / Nursing    9. methods    10. Chiropractic & osteopathy    11. Non-Classifiable   

Reviews (5)

echocardiography at its finest
As a student echocardiographer learning the pathology of cardiovascular diseases, I have both this edition and one earlier. This is well worth the upgrade in price. It has 1 second loops of most of the many possible pathologies found in echocardiographic studies. Though I have looked at the clips several times, installation was initially a short-lived problem. This new edition is a complete overhaul as described by Feigenbaum. He admits that he is not the sole author but Armstrong and Ryan are the primarys on this edition. This book's attention to clinical detail makes it a must in my book when considering Echo books. Having a resource to give you a moving example of cardio pathology can only enhance one's understanding.

superb
excellent clinically oriented, very well written and organized text book, supplemented with great clips on DVD. I found it very useful for exam preparation and in clinical practice

Great echo book but...
When I was a young man, I read the last edition of this book and I fell in love with Cardiology.Every word in the last edition was memorized, just like a love letter.Now I am an old man, and I was delighted to see a new edition of this book finally published.I spent one weekend digesting every word.While I found the book highly delightful to read,I am finding factual errors in the book, to my disappointment.For example, in chapter 6, page 172, figure 6.51, deceleration time of mitral inflow was drawn incorrectly (it should start from the peak of the E wave, not from the beginning of the E).Then in chapter 16, page 513, the book stated that in dobutamine echo, a hypokinetic area that exhibits "sustained improvement" rather than "bipashic response" should be read as non-viable.But in echo literature (Heart. 2001 Dec;86(6):672-8 and Am J Cardiol. 1999 Jul 15;84(2):130-4), "sustained improvement" is considered viable.
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Subjects:  1. Cardiology    2. Diagnosis    3. Diseases - Cardiovascular    4. Echocardiography    5. Medical    6. Medical / Nursing    7. Cardiovascular medicine    8. Medical / Radiology & Nuclear Medicine    9. Medical diagnosis   

Reviews (5)

good reference
It is quick and easy to use. It is easy to read and underdtand lab values that apply to your patient.

Picky Book buyer loves it!!
I felt that this was the most complete and EASY to use Lab book for nursing students, such as I.It even suggests what abnormals can mean clinically.

Simply the best
Honestly, I don't give many books 5 stars, nor do I give many glowing reviews, but Mosby really did an outstanding job putting this book together.The format is friendly, the data is accurate, and the tests are all relevant in hospital or clinical settings.Great book and an invaluable reference for nurses and laboratorians alike! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Medical    3. Medical / Nursing    4. Nursing - Assessment & Diagnosis    5. Reference    6. Medical / Nursing / Assessment & Diagnosis    7. Pathology   

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New?
The book is in pretty good condition, but looks beat up and/or used.I thought I was purchasing a new book, I may have been mistaken. No worries, it will still do its job!

Great Book
I love this book.It is extremely helpful and has a ton of information in it.The reproducable forms are also great for a student or beginning professional.Definitly recommend!

DIAGNOSTICS TEXT BOOK
THIS BOOK IS VERY EASY AND SIMPLE TO READ. I LIKE THE CD THAT CAME WITH THE TEXTBOOK BECAUSE IT'S EASIER TO ACCESS THE FORMS. WHAT I FOUND DIFFICULT WAS TO HOLD THE BOOK IN PLACE. THE SPIRAL BINDER MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO HOLD IN PLACE AT TIMES. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Audiology & Speech Pathology    2. Communicative disorders    3. Diagnosis    4. Language disorders    5. Medical    6. Medical / Nursing    7. Speech    8. Audiology & otology    9. Language Arts & Disciplines / Speech    10. Speech & language disorders & therapy   

Subjects:  1. Diagnosis    2. Medical    3. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation    4. Therapeutics (General)   

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A reviewer
I used this book as my primary source...i read it twice before the exam. the cases are amazingly close to what you will get in the exam...trust me... you do not need a course, all you need is the first aid!!!!!!!!!!!!! any other sources can be used as a way of reviewing what you have already learned from that book. trust me you know the content of this book, you are one step ahead of the game.
All you need to pass CS!
This book does a great job of describing the exam format, rules and content. You can easily pass the exam using this book alone. In fact, a few days with this little gem before CS is what most of my friends and I have done for preparation. The consensus is that we ALL felt very comfortable with the simulated patient format based on what we learned in First Aid alone. Of all the cases I had on the exam, only ONE was not specifically covered in First Aid for CS. Don't waste time with other books/resources. I was somewhat disappointed with First Aid for CK, but for CS...it's right on the money!

#1 book for Step 2 CS
This book was excellent for the exam. It told me exactly what to expect and what I needed for the exam day. The cases in the back of the book where almost verbatim of what I saw on the exam. Reviewing specifc physical exams and specific questions for a particular chief complaint was very benefical. I highly recommend this book. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Case Reports    2. Case studies    3. Clinical Examination    4. Clinical Medicine    5. Diagnosis    6. Emergency Medicine    7. Examinations    8. First Aid (Internal Medicine)    9. Licenses    10. Medical    11. Medical / Nursing    12. Physicians    13. Study guides    14. Test Preparation & Review    15. Tests    16. United Staes    17. United States    18. Clinical & Internal Medicine    19. Medical / Test Preparation & Review