Synopses & Reviews
“"This popular classic ... is a well-written, up-to-date, general pediatric text... a very useful reference to have in one's library."
—Emergency and Office Pediatrics, of a previous edition.”
***** “Designed by experts, with care. The frequency with which the information is updated ensures that only the most current advances in pediatrics are included.”
—Online review of the 16th edition
***** “All you want and need to know in your pediatrics rotations ... definitely a must-have for good medical students with lots to learn and too little time .”
—Online review of a previous edition
Readable. Comprehensive. Up-to-date. The one book to have for day-to-day answers on children's health and illness.
*The most frequently updated general pediatrics reference-text
*#1 choice of pediatricians, residents, students, and general and family practitioners
*Authoritative, to-the-point help with evaluation, treatment, and management of all common pediatric diseases, conditions, and behaviors
*Evidence-based information on ambulatory and inpatient medical care of children from birth through adolescence
*New chapters on neurology, hematology, and immunology
*Thoroughly revised chapters on essential infectious diseases topics including SARS, West Nile Virus, and drug-resistant staphylococcus
*Easier-to-use coverage of child development, behavior disorders, and mental retardation
*Updated information on HIV, substance abuse, eating disorders, child and adolescent psychiatric conditions, and the use of information technology in pediatric practice
*Numerous easy-to-read diagnostic charts, immunization tables, and treatment graphs
*Concise and current review of the basic science underlying pediatric practice
*Helpful references to classic and important new sources
Synopsis
The most current and concise text in general pediatrics! Thoroughly revised every two years, this complete reference for students and practitioners provides up-to-date clinical information on the inpatient medical care of children. Presented in an easy-to-use, readable format, this authoritative resource emphasizes ambulatory care, acute critical care, and the practical approach to pediatric disorders. This timely, clinically focused text is the ideal reference for current answers to day-to-day questions in pediatrics.
Synopsis
“A well-written, up-to-date general pediatric text…a very useful reference.” Emergency & Office Pediatrics(of the 13th edition)
“Designed by experts, with care. The frequency with which its information is updated ensures that only the most current advances in pediatrics are included.” Online review (of the 16th edition)
“Up-to-date, accurate information in a clear and concise form…A great value and a solid buy for both in the office and in the hospital.” Online review (of the 15th edition)
“All you want and need to know in your pediatrics rotation…a must-have for good medical students with lots to learn and too little time.” Online review (of the 15th edition)
Synopsis
Authoritative, timely pediatrics coverage in a "find it now" formatCurrent DiagnosisandTreatment in Pediatrics 18e offers concise, clinically-oriented coverage of the ambulatory and hospital care of children, from birth through infancy and adolescence. Utilizing the popular Current Series format, this handy guide answers all the questions that come up in daily practice and provides the details necessary to make a sound diagnosis and treatment plan.
About the Author
William W. Hay, Jr., MD, PhD is Professor of Pediatrics, Director, Training Program in Neonatal/Perinatal Medicine, University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Myron L. Levin, MD is Professor of Pediatrics, Director, Division of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition, University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Judith M. Sondheimer, MD, is Professor of Pediatrics, Director, Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, University of Colorado School of Medicine.
Robin R. Deterding, MD, Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Director, Division of Pediatric Pulmonology, University of Colorado School of Medicine.