A concise, yet complete clinical reference on dermatology in the highly practical question-and-answer format of The Secrets Series®. This edition features over 400 color illustrations. Each chapter covers an important dermatology topic by asking key questions and providing helpful answers relating to that topic. This completely new edition covers all aspects of dermatology, from evaluation and diagnosis of dermatologic conditions through standard and emergent treatment options. Elsevier titles with STUDENT CONSULT will help you master difficult concepts and study more efficiently in print and online! Perform rapid searches.
Includes helpful answers, tips, and secrets of 50 contributing authors, all authorities in the field of dermatology
All photographs are in color to better illustrate the dermatologic condition presented; many more clinical photographs are included in this edition
Color illustrations are especially important for the non-dermatologist market
Features a new chapter on Special Considerations in Black Skin
Thought-provoking questions that provide succinct answers
Presentation of a vast amount of information, but not overly simplistic
All the most important "need-to-know" questions-and-answers in the proven format of the highly acclaimed Secrets Series®
Concise answers that include the author's pearls, tips, memory aids, and "secrets"
Bulleted lists, algorithms, and illustrations for quick review
Thorough, highly detailed index
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Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
A Best Buy:
I am more than satisfied after I received the book and actually took a read. The book is well made and organized, containing super rich content in a compact size. I also found those photos in good quality.
Along with the book you also get the access to the Student Consult online which I think still needs improvement. The software took a lot of time to synchronize with my PDA and it generates many un-coded letters.
But anyhow, this book itself is worth the price. A must read for new... more info
Dr.Azeem Alam Khan.MBBS (QAU),M.Sc (UK),FACP (USA).:
I bought this book a month ago,read it thoroughly and find it quite intersting and informative.It is different from the books usually written on dermatology.All questions asked are very common,informative and the one which are usually asked in the ward rounds and clinical meetings. I recommend this book to all the dermatologists !
A little gem:
Another excellent secret series book that covers must of the essential dermatological facts that must be known by any health care provider. It includes lots of good quality photographs and interesting facts. Certainly, this book is worth the time and the money.