Overview
This new edition of one of the most popular books in otolaryngology is now completely updated and expanded. In 89 chapters, the authors cover every virtually every ENT disorder in the clear and engaging "textbook in question and answer" format of The Secrets Series®. Ideal for rounds, clinical discussions, examinations, and a great refresher for practitioners
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• Includes 3 new chapters - Deafness, Hair Transplantation, and Telemedicine.
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Synopsis
Jafek and Murrow (both otolaryngology, U. of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver) provide an updated text for medical students, residents, and primary care clinicians preparing for board examinations, and for practicing otolaryngologists preparing for recertification examinations or wanting to update their practices. The third edition includes three new chapters on deafness, hair transplantation, and telemedicine. It has also been redesigned, now featuring a new, two-color page layout, a more portable size, and a concise list of the "top 100 secrets" in ENT to keep in mind during residency and practice. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Doody Review Services
Reviewer:Alan G. Micco, MD(Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine)
Description:This is a third edition of a well known book on common topics in otolaryngology last published in 2001. The book is divided into subspecialties and written in a question and answer format.
Purpose:The purpose is to provide a quick and concise reference for common questions in the field of otolaryngology. It also provides material to serve as a study guide for examinations. These worthy objectives are met by the authors.
Audience:This book is written for the neophyte in otolaryngology, which includes medical students and beginning otolaryngology residents. It could also serve as a good review for the general practitioner. The editor and authors are well recognized in the otolaryngology community.
Features:This broad review of topics in otolaryngology presents the information in a concise question and answer format. The book provides a chapter on the top 100 secrets and a list of useful Web sites. It also provides a password for the buyer to access the information online.
Assessment:This is a useful book for the beginning otolaryngologist and the information has been updated since the last edition. It provides a great study guide for examinations. This is a very user-friendly book and the online access is a great feature.
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From The Critics
Reviewer: Alan Micco, M.D.(Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine)Description: This is a third edition of a well known book on common topics in otolaryngology last published in 2001. The book is divided into subspecialties and written in a question and answer format.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide a quick and concise reference for common questions in the field of otolaryngology. It also provides material to serve as a study guide for examinations. These worthy objectives are met by the authors.
Audience: This book is written for the neophyte in otolaryngology, which includes medical students and beginning otolaryngology residents. It could also serve as a good review for the general practitioner. The editor and authors are well recognized in the otolaryngology community.
Features: This broad review of topics in otolaryngology presents the information in a concise question and answer format. The book provides a chapter on the top 100 secrets and a list of useful Web sites. It also provides a password for the buyer to access the information online.
Assessment: This is a useful book for the beginning otolaryngologist and the information has been updated since the last edition. It provides a great study guide for examinations. This is a very user-friendly book and the online access is a great feature.
4 Stars! from Doody