Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1441913882 ISBN 13: 9781441913883

Publisher: Springer, 2010

Synopsis

This concise third edition offers hands-on guidance for identifying and treating the most commonly seen orthopedic problems in children and adults. Convenient as a study source for medical students, its many photographs and illustrations will also serve as a useful clinical reference for young surgeons, residents, nurses, and physician assistants. Each of the many topics is covered in depth and is designed to educate medical students and steer them towards formulating excellent diagnoses and treatment plans. As a further aid, multiple-choice questions are included at the end of each chapter, and there is a section devoted to case studies.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Wiesel and Delahay’s Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery, now in its fourth edition, is an ideal reference for students of the musculoskeletal system. Through its many photographs and illustrations, concise text, consistent format and breadth of scope, this book guides its readers through the basics of orthopedic surgery and common orthopedic disorders in adults and children. This edition has been completely updated with current clinical information and each chapter is focused on decision making, including algorithms based on standards and guidelines to help readers formulate both diagnostic and treatment plans. Essentials of Orthopedic Surgery, Fourth Edition is a perfect book for young surgeons, residents, students, nurses, and physician assistants to learn or review key topics in orthopedic surgery.

Edition details

• Publisher: Springer
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1441913882
• ISBN 13: 9781441913883
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 522
• Editor: Wiesel Sam W., Delahay John N.