more than 2,000 full-color photographs help clinicians visually diagnose the conditions and diseases most often encountered in clinical practice
the color atlas of family medicine covers the full scope of family medicine, with more than 2,000 full-color photographs depicting classic and unusual appearances of common diseases most often seen in daily clinical practice. This unique atlas is organized by the way patients present, so it is perfect for the busy clinician.
The superb collection of clinical images is supported by concise, evidence-based treatment recommendations presented in convenient, easy-to-apply bulleted text. Each chapter begins with a story that ties the photographs to real-life patients. Coverage for each condition includes: Patient Story, Epidemiology, Etiology and Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Differential Diagnosis, and Management.
Includes pediatric and adult conditionsInsightful legends with each photograph providediagnostic pearls to enhance your clinical observational skillsIndexed by topic, region, and morphologySpecial sections on women's health, physical/sexual abuse, and substance abuse
Essential to family physicians and all healthcare providers involved in primary care, the color atlas of family medicine, will also prove valuable to medical students, residents, internists, pediatricians, and dermatologists.