This page provides a list of books and book chapters authored by GW health sciences faculty. Copies may be available at Himmelfarb Library for checkout or for viewing online.
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Hemangiomas and Vascular Malformations: An Atlas of Diagnosis and Treatment
Raul Mattassi, Dirk A. Loose, and Massimo Vaghi
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Principles of Developmental Genetics, (2nd ed.)
Sally A. Moody
Providing expert coverage of all major events in early embryogenesis and the organogenesis of specific systems, and supplemented with representative clinical syndromes, Principles of Developmental Genetics, Second Editiondiscusses the processes of normal development in embryonic and prenatal animals, including humans. The new edition of this classic work supports clinical researchers developing future therapies with its all-new coverage of systems biology, stem cell biology, new technologies, and clinical disorders. A crystal-clear layout, exceptional full-color design, and bulleted summaries of major takeaways and clinical pathways assist comprehension and readability of the highly complex content.
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Principles and Practice of Pediatric Oncology (7th ed.)
Phillip A. Pizzo, David G. Poplack, Peter C. Adamson, Susan M. Blaney, and Lee J. Helman
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Public Health 101: Healthy People-Healthy Populations (Essential Public Health) (2nd Ed.)
Richard Riegelman and Brenda Kirkwood
From clean drinking water, to seat belts, to immunizations, the impact of public health on every individual is undeniable. For undergraduates, an understanding of the foundations of public health is an essential step toward becoming an educated citizen. Public Health 101: Healthy People––Healthy Populations provides a big-picture, population perspective on the determinants of health and disease and the tools available to protect and promote health. It examines the full range of options for intervention including use of the healthcare system, the public health system, and society-wide systems such as laws and taxation. Through case studies, vignettes, and extensive examples, readers ... Read more
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Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics (7th ed.)
Barbara G. Sawyer
Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, 7th Edition uses a laboratory perspective in providing the clinical chemistry fundamentals you need to work in a real-world, clinical lab. Coverage ranges from laboratory principles to analytical techniques and instrumentation, analytes, pathophysiology, and more. New content keeps you current with the latest developments in molecular diagnostics. From highly respected clinical chemistry experts Carl Burtis and David Bruns, this textbook shows how to select and perform diagnostic lab tests, and accurately evaluate results.
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Neonatology: Clinical Practice and Procedures
David K. Stevenson, Ronald S. Cohen, and Philip Sunshine
You will get a detailed step-by-step instruction on diagnosis, management, and treatment of acute problems of the newborn as organized by organ system, based on the highest level of evidence available, along with a thorough review of topics such as epidemiology, ethics, legal issues in the NICU, monitoring devices, fluid requirements, and enteral nutrition.
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The American Psychiatric Publishing Textbook of Geriatric Psychiatry (5th ed.)
David C. Stffens, Dan G. Blazer, and Mugdha E. Thakur
The text's organization is user-friendly and practical, with sections addressing the basic science of geriatric psychiatry, the diagnostic interview in late life, psychiatric disorders in late life, treatment, and special topics. In addition, an array of useful features are included: * The new DSM-5 structure and classifications have been integrated into every chapter, ensuring that readers understand how the changes impact diagnosis and patient care. * Not only do the authors provide up-to-date information on psychiatric disorders, they also contextualize that information for the geriatric population, presenting the latest thinking on the phenomenology, diagnosis, and assessment of late-life mental disorders ... Read more
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Oxford Textbook of Correctional Psychiatry (1st Ed.)
Robert Trestman, Kenneth Applebaum, and Jeffrey Metzner
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Neurology of Sexual and Bladder Disorders
David B. Vodušek and François Boller
he neurology of sex and bladder disorders requires specialized knowledge and represents a challenge for clinical neurologists focused on the neurological condition. Sex and bladder disorders are often related to more general neurological disorders like Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis, and often the sex and bladder disorders are passed to specialists in urology. Neurology of Sexual and Bladder Disorders: Handbook of Clinical Neurology is a focused, yet comprehensive overview that provides complete tutorial reference to the science, diagnosis and treatment of sex and bladder disorders from a neurologic perspective. - Comprehensive coverage of the neurology of sex and bladder disorders. ... Read more
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Evaluation of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Programs: Improving Population Health through Evidence-Based Practice (5th ed.)
Richard A. Windsor
Evaluation of Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Programs offers conceptual and methodological frameworks for the six phases of health program evaluation: · introduction to evaluation · models of evaluation planning · efficacy and effectiveness evaluation · measurement and analysis evaluation · process and qualitative evaluation· cost analysis and basic economic evaluation. By presenting these concepts through case studies, this text offers an innovative and didactic model for measuring health impact and health outcomes, then extending these measurements to establish an evidence base for future practice. This central competency in health promotion will be of use to graduate and post-graduate students ... Read more
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Aminoff's Neurology and General Medicine (2nd ed.)
Michael J. Aminoff and S. Andrew Josephson
Aminoff's Neurology and General Medicine is the standard and classic reference providing comprehensive coverage of the relationship between neurologic practice and general medicine. As neurologists are asked to consult on general medical conditions, this reference provides an authoritative tool linking general medical conditions to specific neurologic issues and disorders. This is also a valuable tool for the general practitioner seeking to understand the neurologic aspects of their medical practice. Completely revised with new chapters covering metastatic disease, bladder disease, psychogenic disorders, dementia, and pre-operative and post-operative care of patients with neurologic disorders, this new edition will again be the go-to ... Read more
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ACS Surgery: Principles and Practice, 2 Vol Set (7th ed.)
Stanley W. Ashley
ACS Surgery provides best surgical practices recommended by over 200 leading surgeons, under the sponsorship of the American College of Surgeons. Richly illustrated, with over 1200 full-colour diagrams, photos, and illustrations that clarify complex processes and procedures. Over 100 algorithms offer step-by-step diagnostic and management strategies in a practical manner. New to the seventh edition are: Expanded care in special situations section: New chapters, including urologic considerations for the general surgeon; gynaecologic considerations for the general surgeon; transplantation for the general surgeon; plastic surgery considerations for the general surgeon. New scientific foundations section: New chapters, including evidence-based medicine; technical aspects ... Read more
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Methods and Applications of Statistics in Clinical Trials, Volume 1 and Volume 2: Concepts, Principles, Trials, and Designs
N. Balakrishnan
Volume 1 Methods and Applications of Statistics in Clinical Trials, Volume 1: Concepts, Principles, Trials, and Designssuccessfully upholds the goals of the Wiley Encyclopedia of Clinical Trials by combining both previously-published and newly developed contributions written by over 100 leading academics, researchers, and practitioners in a comprehensive, approachable format. The result is a succinct reference that unveils modern, cutting-edge approaches to acquiring and understanding data throughout the various stages of clinical trial design and analysis. Volume 2 Featuring newly-written material as well as established literature from the Wiley Encyclopedia of Clinical Trials, this book provides a timely and authoritative review ... Read more
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Bluestone and Stool's: Pediatric Otolaryngology (2 volume set), (5th Ed.)
Charles D. Bluestone, Jeffrey P. Simons, and Gerald B. Healy
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Women with Epilepsy: A Practical Management Handbook
Esther Bui and Autumn M. Klein
There are unique challenges to the care of women with epilepsy, including the gender-specific influences that women may experience owing to their age, hormonal status, and co-morbidities. Pregnancy is also a very important time for many women with epilepsy. This textbook is a portable, essential guide to the practical management of women with epilepsy. Busy clinicians can access a wealth of information summarized in a succinct and easily accessible format. Experts from around the world have reviewed and synthesized the available data from studies in hormones in epilepsy, pregnancy registries, and many aspects of the care of women with epilepsy ... Read more
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Rutherford's Vascular Surgery, 2-Volume Set (8th ed.)
Jack L. Cronenwett and K. Wayne Johnston
Published in association with the Society for Vascular Surgery, Rutherford’s Vascular Surgery presents state-of-the-art updates on all aspects of vascular health care. Extensively revised by many new authors to meet the needs of surgeons, interventionalists, and vascular medicine specialists, this medical reference book incorporatesmedical, endovascular and surgical treatment, as well as diagnostic techniques, decision making and fundamental vascular biology.
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The 5-Minute Clinical Consult Standard 2015 (23rd Ed.)
Frank J. Domino, Robert A. Baldor, Jill A. Grimes, and Jeremy Golding
The 5-Minute Clinical Consult provides rapid-access information on the diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, and associated conditions of more than 700 medical conditions. Organized alphabetically by diagnosis, this best-selling clinical reference continues to present brief, bulleted points on disease topics in a consistent templated format. The 5-Minute Clinical Consult is presented in two formats: Standard (print only) and Premium (print + 1-year online access). The 5-Minute Clinical Consult website gives customers a complete online decision support tool, with fully searchable diagnoses, lab tests, treatment algorithms, and patient handouts. In 2014, we will improve the site’s UI and mobile experiences to emphasize ... Read more
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Anesthesiology Core Review
Brian Freeman and Jeffrey Berger
A rigorous, high-yield review for the new ABA Part 1: BASIC Examination The year 2014 marks the beginning of a new phase in board certification for anesthesiology residents in the United States. The Part 1 exam is now split into two written examinations: Basic and Advanced. Residents who are unable to pass the Basic examination will not be allowed to finish their training. That's why this book is a true must read for every anesthesiology resident. It is the single best way to take the stress out of this make-or-break exam, focus your study on nearly 200 must-know topics found ... Read more
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Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach
Ann B. Hamric, Charlene M. Hanson, Mary Fran Tracy, and Eileen T. O'Grady
Addressing all major advanced practice nursing competencies, roles, and issues, Advanced Practice Nursing: An Integrative Approach, 5th Edition provides a clear, comprehensive, and current introduction to APN today. It applies APN core competencies to the major APN roles - including the burgeoning Nurse Practitioner role - and covers topics ranging from the evolution of APN to evidence-based practice, leadership, ethical decision-making, and health policy. This edition includes a new chapter on the international development of APN, new and enhanced illustrations, and a colorful new reader-friendly format for improved readability. From internationally known APN experts Ann Hamric, Charlene Hanson, Mary Fran ... Read more
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Geriatric Emergency Medicine: Principles and Practice
Joseph H. Kahn, Brendan G. Magauran Jr., and Johnathan S. Olshaker
As the global geriatric population continues to grow, an increasing proportion of people reporting to emergency departments are elderly. The work-up of these patients uses more time and resources than that of younger patients, and is complicated by the fact that acute disease often presents more subtly, without the outward manifestations typically seen in younger patients. This volume focuses on the unique pathophysiology of the elderly, presenting guidelines for resuscitation, evaluation and management. The first section discusses general principles including demographics, pharmacology and pain management. The following sections cover high-risk chief presenting complaints and review geriatric emergencies. Finally, topics of ... Read more
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Advances in Pediatrics
Michael S. Kappy, Leslie L. Barton, Lewis A. Barness, Carol D. Berkowitz, Enid Gilbert-Barness, Jane Carver, and Moritz Ziegler
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MRI Essentials for the Spine Specialist
A. Jay Khanna
MRI Essentials for the Spine Specialist is a comprehensive textbook that details the complex MRI anatomy of the spine and the spectrum of pathological findings in patients with spinal disorders. Covering basic concepts such as the physics of MRI and normal MRI anatomy of the spine as well as advanced MRI techniques, this book will help clinicians develop a systematic approach to the accurate interpretation of spine MRI studies.
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Laboratory Medicine Diagnosis of Disease in Clinical Laboratory (2nd ed.)
Michael Laposata
Laboratory Medicine is an essential text for medical students and residents studying clinical pathology, medical technology students, and for practitioners working in a clinical setting. By selecting the appropriate tests and interpreting the results correctly, physicians using this book should be able to optimize patient outcomes and reduce the cost of achieving a diagnosis. This full-color guide features an easy-to-follow, consistent presentation for each disease discussed. Chapters begin with a brief description of the disorder followed by a discussion that includes tables detailing the laboratory evaluation of specific disorders, and coverage of diagnosis, baseline tests to exclude diagnostic possibilities, and ... Read more
