This book provides in-depth insights into the diversity of actinobacteria, their various medical aspects, and their biotechnological applications. It is aimed at graduate students and researchers working with actinobacteria who need to know about recent advances in their research fields. The book, which is divided into four sections, contains 13 chapters that review the most recent methods, dis…
The Oxford Handbook of Medical Ethics and Law is the definitive guide to the legal and ethical issues around medical and surgical practice. It is written with the busy clinician in mind who will not have time to read lengthy and complex legal or philosophical documents but requires the key information presented without technical jargon in a handy quick-reference style. The handbook also include…
It is not long since the question ‘Where are the animals in medical history?’ prompted yawning and shuffling of feet among scholars of that discipline. While in the wider world the health agenda known as ‘One Medicine’ or ‘One Health’ was gathering momentum by highlighting the deeply interconnected nature of human and animal health and the need for integrated approaches to it, with …
Medical anthropology may even be in the forefront of the movement that is returning the entire field of anthropology to its biocultural roots. In any case, the growth of jobs in medical anthropology is one of the more striking developments in contemporary anthropology. Medical anthropology has developed into a very popular specialty, and the Society for Medical Anthropology is now the second la…
Providing easy-to-access information, this unique sourcebook covers the wide range of topics that a researcher must be familiar with in order to become a successful experimental scientist. Perfect for aspiring as well as practicing professionals in the medical and biological sciences it discusses a broad range of topics that are common, yet not traditionally considered part of formal curricula.…
The second edition of Dentist's Guide to Medical Conditions, Medications and Complications continues to provide quick-access, clinical information on the dental treatment of patients with common systemic conditions and medical complications. Expanded in this second edition is information about patient medications. Ideal for general practitioners and students in advanced general dentistry progra…
This book provides a comprehensive guide to best practices in documenting health records, with a focus on the importance of accuracy and adherence to industry standards. It is designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for recording medical information, including physicians, nurses, and medical records technicians. Fahrenholz emphasizes that proper documentation is key to support…
This is a comprehensive medical reference book that provides the latest information on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of a wide range of medical conditions. Written by leading medical experts, the book covers a wide range of areas, including internal medicine, pediatrics, gynecology, psychiatry, dermatology, and more. This edition provides important updates on evidence-based clinical …
This is a practical guide designed to help individuals and families quickly and accurately understand a variety of health symptoms. It outlines over 150 common symptoms, from fever to headache to muscle aches, with easy-to-understand explanations for readers without a medical background. Each entry in the book includes a description of the symptom, possible causes, conditions that require immed…