The Washington Manual of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Subspecialty Consult

The Washington Manual™ Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology Subspecialty Consult

Second Edition

Edited by Shirley Joo and Andrew L. Kau

The Second Edition of this dynamic quick reference continues to provide the practical, stepwise guidance you’ve come to trust from The Washington Manual™ and has been fully updated to include the most current diagnostic tests, workup tips, drugs and other therapeutic interventions available.  

·         Coverage of inpatient and outpatient approaches features the same front-line practicality asThe Washington Manual™ of Medical Therapeutics

·         Symptom- and disease-oriented sections address both chronic and acute problems to prepare you for any scenario

·         Essential clinical information on commonly encountered problems including diagnosis and management of drug allergy, anaphylaxis, asthma, immunotherapy, and immunodeficiency at your fingertips

·         Useful appendixes provide a hands-on review of drugs commonly used in the treatment of allergy and asthma, as well as lab values for selected immunologic tests and a sample schedule for perennial aqueous therapy

·         Key points to remember in each chapter deliver vital diagnostic and treatment information

NEW to the Second Edition…

• Updated content reflects the latest clinical advances and practice standards

• New formatting follows consistent subheadings to make key facts easier to find

• New chapters detail the latest diagnostic criteria, testing, and treatment options

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The Washington Manual of Infectious Disease Subspecialty Consult

The Washington Manual™ of Infectious Disease Subspecialty Consult

Second Edition

Created by faculty and fellows from the Infectious Diseases Division of Internal Medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, this volume in the Washington Manual Subspecialty Consult Series is designed to provide quick access to the essential information needed to evaluate a patient on a subspecialty consult service.

Inside you’ll find easy-to-follow guidance for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases likely to be seen by medical house officers and hospitalists. This quick reference features a revised outline format that presents information in a logical and readily accessible style. Updated content has been added to reflect advancing technologies and therapeutics.  Two-color design highlights and aids retention of essential material. Bulleted lists of common problems let users review salient points at a glance.

This quick reference features…

• Revised outline format presents information in a logical and readily accessible style.

• Updated content has been added to reflect advancing technologies and therapeutics.

• Two-color design highlights and aids retention of essential material

• Bulleted lists of common problems let users review salient points at a glance.

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The Washington Manual of Hematology and Oncology Subspecialty Consult

The Washington Manual Subspecialty Consult Series is designed to provide quick access to the essential information needed to evaluate a patient on a subspecialty consult service. The Washington Manual of Hematology and Oncology subspecialty consult has been completely reviewed, revised, and follows the bulleted format and template of The Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics, 33/e to allow for quick,readily accessible information.

This edition has been updated to include new standards in the treatment of malignancies and hematologic disorders, mechanisms of action of new therapeutic agents, and the current use of molecular prognostic factors. The information in each chapter is now presented in a consistent format, with important references cited.

The Manual is a practical reference for fellows, residents, and medical students rotating on hematology and oncology subspecialty services. Most of the authors are hematology-oncology fellows or internal medicine residents, the physicians who have recent experience with the issues and questions that arise in the course of training in these subspecialties. Primary care practitioners and other health care professionals also will find this manual useful as a quick reference source in hematology and oncology.

Features include:

• New, templated format same as The Washington University Medical Therapeutics, 33e
• Contains synopsis of symptoms, signs, and problems encountered in their daily workflow in a bulleted format for quick salient points
• Includes new standards in the treatment of malignancies and hematologic disorders, mechanisms of action of new therapeutic agents, and the current use of molecular prognostic factors

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The Washington Manual of Nephrology Subspecialty Consult

The Washington Manual of Nephrology Subspecialty Consult has been thoroughly updated and covers inpatient and outpatient management of nephrology with the same clinical practicality as the widely-popular Washington Manual™ of Medical Therapeutics. It has been written by the residents, fellows, and attending physicians of the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine and is tailored for residents performing inpatient consults, students working on an inpatient medicine service, and specialists seeking fast-access information on the management of common renal diseases. 

Organized for quick and easy access to information, this handbook includes sections on general approaches to kidney disease, electrolyte and acid-base disorders, acute kidney injury and continuous renal replacement, causes of kidney disease, pregnancy and nephrolithiasis, and chronic kidney disease.  Appendices include dosing adjustments for antimicrobials and antiretrovirals and a listing of red flag drugs that may cause renal impairment.

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The Washington Manual of Endocrinology Subspecialty Consult

The Washington Manual™ Subspecialty Consult Series

Prepared by specialty fellows and faculty in the Department of Medicine at Washington U

niversity School of Medicine—and reviewed by attending physicians in each field—each volume in this renowned series delivers the on-the-spot help you need to provide quality patient management. Right from the initial call, you’ll learn how to take a patient history, how to interpret exam findings, what tests to order, how to complete the workup, and how to formulate an effective management plan.

The Third Edition of  The Washington Manual of Endocrinology Subspecialty Consult continues to provide the practical, stepwise guidance you’ve come to trust from The Washington Manual™ and has been fully updated to include current and practical approaches to the endocrine disorders most often seen in clinical consultation.

• Emphasis on key approaches to evaluation and treatment helps you hone diagnostic skills, broaden therapeutic  options, and improve outcomes

• Core subject areas include diabetes, thyroid disease, pituitary disorders, and bone topics. Chapters on obesity, vitamin D, lipids, HIV/AIDS, and polyendocrine syndromes complement the core subjects

• Key points to remember in each chapter deliver vital diagnostic and treatment information

• Clinical pearls highlighted in bold let you benefit from the experience of seasoned clinicians

NEW to the Third Edition…

• Updated content addresses the latest developments in the pathophysiology and treatment of endocrine disorders

• Updated drug dosing information helps you keep pace with the latest indications and standards

• New chapter addresses inpatient.

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The Washington Manual of Rheumatology Subspecialty Consult

This concise and practical reference, tailored for fellows, residents, and medical students rotating on Washington Manual™ of Medical Therapeutics. This manual also serves as a pocket reference for medical professionals specializing in rheumatology.
rheumatology subspecialty services, covers both inpatient and outpatient management of rheumatology with the same clinical practicality as the widely popular 

It is the result of a collaborative effort of residents, fellows, and clinical faculty from the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine and focuses on how to approach rheumatologic problems. It provides guidance on how to perform the musculoskeletal exam and arthrocentesis, what laboratory testing may prove useful, and which medications are appropriate , including dosages and recommended monitoring, all framed within a brief overview of the major rheumatologic diseases.

New features include:

·         Second color added to help highlight key points

·         Bulleted format for quick reference to content making it easier for you find information pertinent to your needs

·         New chapter on the recently elucidated Hereditary Periodic Fever Syndromes

·         Updated chapter on drugs used in the treatment of rheumatic disease including six biologic agents approved by the FDA since last edition.

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The Washington Manual of Cardiology Subspecialty Consult

Small, mighty, and packed with information, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult, 3e places the field of cardiovascular disease at your fingertips. Designed for the busy practitioner, student, or resident, this pocket-sized edition captures cardiology’s latest findings and treatments in an easy-to-read format. In a fast-advancing field that welcomes new biomedical discoveries and novel therapeutics, this resource delivers top treatment recommendations for your patients. If you’re a busy clinician committed to exceptional, cost-effective patient care, The Washington Manual: Cardiology Subspecialty Consult is the guide for you.

FEATURES

• NEW chapters on the physical exam, heart failure, preserved ejection fraction, and cardiovascular diseases in special populations
• Guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology
• End-of-chapter journal and online references
• Maximum readability with diagrams, flow charts, bullet-point lists, bold faced call-outs, and mnemonics

Now with the print edition, enjoy the bundled interactive eBook edition, offering tablet, smartphone, or online access to:

• Complete content with enhanced navigation
• A powerful search that pulls results from content in the book, your notes, and even the web
• Cross-linked pages, references, and more for easy navigation
• Highlighting tool for easier reference of key content throughout the text
• Ability to take and share notes with friends and colleagues
• Quick reference tabbing to save your favorite content for future use

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The Washington Manual of Gastroenterology Subspecialty Consult

This concise and practical reference, tailored for fellows, residents, and medical students rotating on gastroenterology subspecialty services, covers both inpatient and outpatient management of gastroenterology with the same clinical practicality as the widely popular Washington Manual™ of Medical Therapeutics. With gastroenterology continuing to expand as a specialty, there is a wealth of new insights on disease pathophysiology, diagnostic tools, and management options that this manual helps to address.

It is the result of a collaborative effort of residents, fellows, and clinical faculty from the distinguished Washington University School of Medicine and serves as a practical quick reference guide to the diagnosis and treatment of gastrointestinal ailments. New features include:

·         Two new chapters included:

o   Liver Transplantation

o   Genetic Testing in GI Disease

·         Chapter on nutrition has been revised to reflect Malnutrition, both over and under nutrition

·         Consistent formatting of chapters including the format of individual diseases and symptoms revised to follow specific subheadings

·         Extensively updated to include chapter rewrites where necessary.

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Taylor's Differential Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter 3rd Edition

Taylor's Differential Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter

Everything you need to know about diagnosis -- in a book that fits inside your pocket -- Taylor’s Differential Diagnosis Manual is your must-have primary care handbook. Easy to reference and succinct, this book can be referenced at the point of care to verify or help you make an accurate diagnosis. It was authored precisely with the fast-paced clinical environment in mind. With more than 140 chapters organized according to condition and diagnosis, each section of this manual serves as a stand-alone text on each condition -- leading to more accurate diagnosis and better patient care.

A new, user-friendly third edition reflects the latest in clinical practice, and covers everything from mental health to the nervous system to the female reproductive system. Don’t miss out on the new edition of this essential diagnostic tool.

Features:

• Chapter structure organized by organ system, further broken into symptoms so you can quickly find what you need
• Definitions accompanied by evidence-based references so you can use only one resource
• Easy-to-read tables and bullet points to aid your understanding
• Detailed look at laboratory and radiologic abnormalities so you won’t miss a diagnosis
• New Third Edition chapters: Abnormal Mammogram, Anticoagulation, Bipolar Disorder, Corneal Abrasion, Dyspareunia, and Loss of Vision

• Series: Lippincott Manual Series (Formerly known as the Spiral Manual Series)
• Paperback: 472 pages
• Publisher: LWW; Third edition (August 12, 2013)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1451173679
• ISBN-13: 978-1451173673
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Washington manual of critical care 2nd edition

Washington manual of critical care 2nd edition

Prepared by residents and faculty at the Washington University School of Medicine, this pocket manual contains easy-to-read algorithms for the management of more than 80 medical and surgical problems arising in the intensive care unit. Chapters focus on specific problems and the algorithms provide straightforward approaches to the management of these issues. Coverage includes a section on procedures commonly performed in the intensive care unit. Appendices include common equations in the ICU, drug-drug interactions, and common drug dosages and side effects.

If you purchased a copy of Kollef: The Washington Manual of Critical Care, 2e, ISBN: 978-1-4511-1022-7, please make note of the following two important corrections.

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