Specifically designed for quick reference, this full-color resource focuses on the 250 diseases most likely seen in everyday practice. The revised and updated 2nd Edition features practical, clear advice on diagnosis and therapy, and includes anterior and posterior diagrams of where diseases may be found on the body as well as classifications of primary, secondary, and special lesions. Over 700 full-color, never-before published photographs show the classic manifestations of disease and rarer variations. Throughout the book, readers will also find pediatric considerations, clinical pearls, and advice on when to refer patients to a specialist.
Focuses on treatment and diagnosis of common entities, offering guidance on everyday cases.
Features a disorders index on the inner cover, making expert guidance fast and easy to find.
Provides helpful appendices that cover diagnosis by body region · lesion classification · quantity of cream to apply and dispense · and a dermatologic formulary.
Presents a bulleted outline format for easy reference.
And much more.
Features over 700 full-color photographsnever-before published.
Weighs the importance of diseases and explains when to treat and how quickly.
Provides coverage of pediatric skin diseases throughout.
Highlights when to refer patients to a specialist and when urgent action is required.
Presents many new chapters, providing better coverage.
Includes European drug names.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
one of the best derm book:
This is possibly one of the best derm book for student/resident. It's clear, concise, & well organize. Enjoy this book much better than Fitzpatrick. I especially love the appendix that include differential diagnoses per body region.
Dermatology paperback by Habif:
Excellent book, good pictures. I like the grouping by body part and specific classifications of dermatologic disorders.
Great derm book!:
Fantastic book, I absolutely love it. Lots of nice pictures,the book was much better than I had expected - a great buy!
Excellent pictures, explanations:
The pictures were excellent, each disease also had a differential and there were small bonuses regarding pediatric patients. Book is well organized and easy to read. Perfect for a med student, and even for residents
