Symptom to Diagnosis: an Evidence Based Guide, Second Edition

Stern, Scott D. C., Cifu, Adam, Stern, Scott, Altkorn, Diane

ISBN 10: 0071496130 / ISBN 13: 9780071496131

Published by McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing Division, 2009

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Synopsis:

An engaging case-based approach to learning the diagnostic process in internal medicine

"All clinicians caring for patients, from medical students to residents and attending physicians, are the intended audience. The book is well written for all levels, and the authors are well-respected educators and experts in the field. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service

Symptom to Diagnosis teaches you an evidence-based, step-by-step process for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients based on their clinical complaints. By applying this process you will be able to recognize specific diseases and prescribe the most effective therapy.

Each chapter is built around a common patient complaint that illustrates essential concepts and provides insight into the process by which the differential diagnosis is identified.

Coverage for each disease includes:

• Textbook Presentation: offers a concise statement of the common or classic presentation of the particular disease
• Disease Highlights: covers the most pertinent epidemiologic and pathophysiologic information for the disease
• Evidence-Based Diagnosis: reviews the accuracy of the history, physical exam, laboratory and radiologic tests for the disease. In this unique section, the author points out the findings that help you “rule in” or “rule out” the various diseases.
• Treatment: details the basics of therapy for the disease discussed

Filled with algorithms, summary tables, and questions that direct evaluation, Symptom to Diagnosis is a true must read before your first clinical encounter.

About the Author:

Scott D.C. Stern, MD, FACP
Professor of Medicine
Co-Director, Junior Clerkship in Medicine
Clinical Director of Clinical Pathophysiology and Therapeutics
University of Chicago
Pritzker School of Medicine
Chicago, IL

Adam S. Cifu, MD, FACP
Associate Professor of Medicine
Co-Director, Junior Clerkship in Medicine
University of Chicago
Pritzker School of Medicine
Chicago, IL

Diane Altkorn, MD, FACP
Associate Professor of Medicine
Director, Senior Student Clerkships in Medicine
University of Chicago
Pritzker School of Medicine
Chicago, IL

Bibliographic Details

Title: Symptom to Diagnosis: an Evidence Based ...
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical Publishing Division
Publication Date: 2009
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 2nd Edition.