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Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology

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Synopses & Reviews

Publisher Comments:

Now in its second edition, Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmologyprovides its readers with a practical introduction to the diagnosis and clinical management of the most frequently encountered eye diseases of domestic animals. Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmologyis distilled from the authoritative, two-volume, fourth edition of Veterinary Ophthalmology(Gelatt), drawing primarily on the clinically relevant sections to provide expert coverage in a more concise and quick-reference format – ideal for busy small animal or equine practitioners seeking rapid advice for a patient. The second edition includes more images, algorithms to speed the clinical problem-solving process, key points highlighted in bold, expanded appendices for convenient reference to therapeutic agents, recommended dosages, and possible side effects, and a brief glossary.

Practical and accessible, the second edition of Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmologyis filled with reader-friendly features to provide veterinary students and practitioners with an indispensable resource for the fundamentals of clinical veterinary ophthalmology.

  • Focuses on the most common eye diseases of small animals and horses

  • Provides expert coverage in a concise, quick-reference format

  • New edition includes more images, algorithms, key points in bold, expanded appendices and glossary

  • Based on the two-volume definitive reference Veterinary Ophthalmology, 4th Edition(Gelatt)

Book News Annotation:

A pocket reference providing quick reference to key facts on common eye diseases frequently encountered in practice, using material from and referenced to pages in it. Gelatt (comparative ophthalmology, College of Veterinary Medicine, U. of Florida-Gainesville) includes full-color illustrations; appendices with therapeutic agents, dosages, and possible side effects; a glossary that does not indicate pronunciation; guidelines on clinical management; and practical algorithms.
Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Review:

"Does exactly what it says on the cover: provides essential, fundamental information in a concise and easy-to-follow format." Veterinary Practice<!--end-->

Synopsis:

Now busy students and practitioners can get the clinical core of the text on veterinary opthalmology-in a concise format. This convenient pocket reference provides fast access to the essential facts on common eye diseases frequently encountered in practice, using key clinical material from the parent text. Also included are many full-color illustrations, handy appendices with therapeutic agents, dosages, and possible side effects, and tables with streamlined information on inherited eye diseases.

Synopsis:

Now in its second edition, this practical clinical manual continues to focus on the most frequently encountered eye diseases of domestic animals. The book is distilled down from the authoritative, two-volume Veterinary Ophthalmology (Gelatt), providing expert coverage in a more concise and quick-reference format – ideal for busy small animal or equine practitioners seeking rapid advice for a patient. This edition includes more images; algorithms to speed the clinical problem-solving process; key points highlighted in bold; expanded appendices for convenient reference to therapeutic agents, recommended dosages, and possible side effects; and a brief glossary.

Description:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 509-530) and index.
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About the Author

Kirk N. Gelatt,VMD, Dipl ACVO, is Distinguished Professor of Comparative Ophthalmology in the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA. Dr Gelatt is past President of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists and the American Society of Veterinary Ophthalmology. He has been awarded the Ralston Purina research award, Gaines-Cycle award, Bourgelatt international award from the British Small Animal Veterinary Association, American Kennel Club Career achievement award, and Mark L. Morris Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780683300772
Author:
Gelatt, Kirk N.
Publisher:
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Author:
Gelatt
Author:
Gelatt, Kirk
Location:
Philadelphia
Subject:
Veterinary Medicine - General
Subject:
Eye -- Diseases.
Subject:
Veterinary ophthalmology.
Copyright:
2008
Series:
Essentials of Veterinary Ophthalmology
Publication Date:
20080418
Binding:
Paper Text
Grade Level:
General/trade
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
608
Dimensions:
9.92x7.14x.91 in. 2.71 lbs.
Children's Book Type:
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