Rheumatology second edition

<p>The second edition of <strong><em>Rheumatology: A clinical handbook</em></strong> has been fully revised and updated. It remains an essential resource for medical students who need an introduction, understanding and overview of the subject.<br><br>Most competing texts either burden medical students with information they do not require, or cover rheumatology alongside orthopaedics and as a result compromise fundamentals of rheumatology.<br><br>This book is different:</p><ul><li>It provides all the information students need during their rheumatology placement</li><li>Further information resources are signposted for those who want to take their studies further</li><li>A definition and brief pathophysiology for each condition is provided, which is linked to the respective clinical features.</li><li>The book covers the core elements of diagnosis and treatment based on the latest national guidelines to swiftly bring students and junior doctors in training up-to-date.</li><li>Self-assessment questions and an OSCE chapter provide a way of checking that users have understood and grasped the core material, as well as enabling students to be well equipped for their written and OSCE examinations.</li></ul><p><strong>Written by a medical student, a GP Principal and an emeritus consultant rheumatologist, the book combines a reader-friendly writing style with coverage of the material through clinical experience of a professional in the field.</strong><br><br>Printed in full colour throughout, with an attractive design, a clear and concise writing style as well as a range of pedagogical features including an array of mnemonics, pictures and diagrams, <em>Rheumatology: A clinical handbook</em> is exactly the sort of book medical students and newly qualified doctors would benefit from.</p>