This short reference book / concise guide takes a practical approach to adolescent and young adult (AYA) rheumatology aiming to cover the needs of any healthcare professionals dealing with young people aged 10-24 years. Each chapter contains key management points for readers to readily access disease specific management as well as highlighting specific AYA issues which differ from paediatric and adult practice.
The coverage is comprehensive but concise and designed to act as a primary reference tool for subjects across the field of rhematology for healthcare professionals from both paediatric and adult service backgrounds as well as primary care and other professionals allied to medicine.
The book is designed for paediatric/adult rheumatologists, primary care physicians, nurse practitioner, allied health professionals and other professionals to understand each topic covered and to take a practical approach to the delivery of young person friendly care.