Applied Basic Science for Basic Surgical Training

by Andrew T. Raftery

This title is directed primarily towards health care professionals outside of the United States. It has been written to encompass the basic anatomy, physiology and pathology required by the syllabus of the UK Royal Colleges and the Intercollegiate Surgical Curriculum Project. For this Second Edition many of the chapters have been updated, especially the chapters on immunology, basic microbiology, the endocrine and locomotor systems and the breast. An attempt has been made throughout to indicate the clinical relevance of the facts and the reason for learning them. There are several new contributors to the author team, all of whom are experts in their field and many of them are, or have been, experienced examiners at the various UK Royal Colleges.Brings together three basic sciences in one book and presents them in an integrated format.Presents the sciences at the right level for surgical trainees.Written in a straightforward and readable style.Thoroughly revised to take account of latest changes in basic surgical training, especially the chapters on immunology, basic microbiology, the endocrine and locomotor systems and the breast

660 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 6, 2000

Reviews

[Hadeel Omran · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books ever for junior trainees; I highly recommend it

[Musab Alshehadat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good