Epidemiology: An Introduction

by Kenneth J. Rothman

Across the last forty years, epidemiology has developed into a vibrant scientific discipline that brings together the social and biological sciences, incorporating everything from statistics to the philosophy of science in its aim to study and track the distribution and determinants of health events. A now classic text, the second edition of this essential introduction to epidemiology presents the core concepts in a unified approach that aims to cut through the fog and elucidate the fundamental concepts. Rather than focusing on formulas or dogma, the book presents basic epidemiologic principles and concepts in a coherent and straightforward exposition. By emphasizing a unifying set of ideas, students will develop a strong foundation for understanding the principles of epidemiologic research.

Genres: Science, Nonfiction, Textbooks, Medicine

280 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2002

Reviews

[Irini Gergianaki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Βασική επιδημιολογία. Ό,τι καλύτερο!

[David Ellis · Rating 4 out of 5]

This textbook gives a good overview of the core concepts of Epidemiology, I learned a lot from it. However, I particularly appreciated how the author spent time talking about best practice and challenged common pitfalls and misunderstandings that are prevalent in the literature.

[Monika]

PQHS 490 Epidemiology CWRU

[Michelle Olofsson · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5
Good overview. Enjoyed the historical framing at the beginning.

[Jorge Castillo · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have Modern Epidemiology by the same author and I thought it had only basic concepts but it was a good surprise when I found many concepts that reinforced what I learned. Besides, the author shows a lot of good examples that make it easier to understand the point he has in mind.it is a much easier read than the bigger one by the same author. It forces you to think outside the box which essentially is what epidemiology is all about.

[Olusunmade Mayowa · Rating 5 out of 5]

it is a much easier read than the bigger one by the same author. It forces you to think outside the box which essentially is what epidemiology is all about. It is concise but not at the expense of the quality of the material covered.