Elsevier Health Sciences

Saunders manual of small animal practice, 3d ed.

Birchard and Sherding, both affiliated with the Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences at The Ohio State University, cover commonly encountered disorders seen in small animal practice in this reference for practicing veterinarians and veterinary students. Material is presented in semi-outline format, with numerous key points, tables, bulleted lists, and two-color line drawings of procedures and surgical techniques. Coverage concentrates on clinical treatment of common conditions, with no material on the pathophysiology of disease, rare conditions, or infrequently used diagnostic and treatment methods. This third edition contains new chapters on pain management, vaccination, disorders of the claw, post-operative rehabilitation, and syncope. Other new areas covered include emerging infectious diseases and current imaging techniques. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Sleisenger and Fordtran's gastrointestinal and liver disease; pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, 8th ed; 2v.

Now in its eighth edition (the seventh was published in 2002; the first was published in 1973), this two-volume set continues as a state-of-the-art, definitive reference that holds to high editorial standards for both content and readability. The organization remains essentially the same, but one-third of the contributing authors are new to this edition, thus keeping the content current and authoritative. Virtually all endoscopic and histologic figures are now in color and are integrated with the text; and diagrams and algorithms have been redrawn for uniformity and visual appeal. Dr. Sleisenger ceded the principal editor's seat for this edition, but continues as consulting editor; the brunt of the editorial work fell to Mark Feldman, Lawrence S. Friedman, and Lawrence J. Brandt (respectively: Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, and Albert Einstein College of Medicine, among other affiliations). (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Small animal dermatology; a color atlas and therapeutic guide, 2d ed.

This clinical reference summarizes the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of 188 skin problems and diseases commonly seen in cats and dogs. Hundreds of color photographs illustrate the clinical presentation. Originally published as Color atlas of small animal dermatology in 2001; the second edition adds a final chapter of post-treatment images and suggested readings at the end of each chapter. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Textbook of natural medicine, 3d ed.; 2v.

This update of the 1999 and 1993 editions reflects the growing interest in and research support for what is known as alternative and complementary medicine (CAM), integrative medicine, holistic or natural medicine. Naturopathic physicians associated with Bastyr U. in Kenmore, Washington, introduce this virtual encyclopedia with contributions on many aspects of CAM. V.1 covers: its theoretical foundations, diagnostic procedures, therapeutic modalities, syndromes and special topics (some considered controversial in allopathic medicine, e.g., a major role for food allergies in disease), and the pharmacology of herbs and other natural remedies. V.2 treats specific health problems and includes appended health questionnaires, patient guidelines, and nutrition information. The weighty work is lightly illustrated. Pizzorno (president emeritus, Bastyr) heads SaluGenecists, Inc., Seattle. Murray teaches at Bastyr. Contributors hold degrees in alternative medicine modalities, JDs, PhDs, and even MDs. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Therapeutic exercise; treatment planning for progression. (CD-ROM included)

For physical therapy students, Huber and Wells (physical science and rehabilitation science, U. of Maryland School of Medicine, and rehabilitation services, U. of Maryland Medical Systems) present a textbook discussing the scientific principles of therapeutic exercise and their application to patient care. Contributors, who work in the fields of physical therapy and rehabilitation science in the US, incorporate research and illustrate concepts using ongoing patient cases from chapter to chapter. Discussions cover functional limitations and disability, then physical impairments. The material in the book is based on The Guide to Physical Therapist Practice, Second Edition. Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology is necessary. A DVD-ROM contains video clips corresponding to chapter illustrations. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Transforming practice through clinical education, professional supervision, and mentoring.

This textbook by Rose (human communication sciences, La Trobe U., Australia) and Best (physiotherapy, U. of Melbourne, Australia) explores the role of clinical education, professional supervision, and mentoring in transforming professional medical practice. They have organized the material into sections focusing on the clinical education practice and the role of the clinical educator; teaching and learning; challenges in clinical education; and evaluation and future directions in clinical education and supervision. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)

Treatment planning in dentistry, 2d ed. (CD-ROM included)

The 17 chapters in this textbook describe the five phases of the dental treatment plan for adolescents and adults, and address the unique requirements of the anxious patient, the geriatric patient, and the financially-impaired patient. Five simulated case presentations are provided on the CD-ROM for practice. The second edition adds chapters on oral cancer, alcohol and substance abuse, and patients with special needs. The editors and many of the contributors teach at the University of Michigan and the University of North Carolina. (Annotation ©2006 Book News Inc. Portland, OR)