AuthorsrnrnFirstly, thank you for taking the time to open this latest version; we are very proud of this publication and we really hope you will find it as beneficial andrnuser-friendly as we set out to make it. Our aim was to add to the strengths of the previous edition but also to update the text to reflect changing medical school syllabuses and assessment styles.rnrnWe have once again re…
AuthorrnrnMedical exams can be a daunting experience. This textbook aims to help prepare students by providing a comprehensive overview of the gastrointestinal system, presented in a clear and concise manner. It takes readers through a logical thought process starting with basic anatomy and physiology and culminating with clinical disorders. This provides a strong foundation which allows s…
AuthorsrnrnThe point of a medical textbook is to deliver clear and concise information on a specific field of medicine that is also clinically relevant. This new Crash Course Edition has been revised to focus more clearly on the topic of endocrinology and link the physiology to the disease processes in a more refined manner. The information on specific and highly relevant conditions, parti…
PrefacesrnrnrnrnrnAuthorrnrnLearning anatomy often feels like learning a new language. At the moment you may feel learning is mostly about passing exams. Exams are important, but there is something more important. In the not too distant future you will be a doctor and knowledge of anatomy will be invaluable in almost every interaction you have with patients. A good knowledge of anatomy is, …
PrefacesrnrnrnrnrnAuthorrnrnIt is my long-held belief that establishing a firm understanding of the principles behind what we learn is far more useful than simply remembering the relevant facts. The cardiovascular system is central to the function of every organ in the human body and a sound understanding of its structure and physiology is paramount. In addition, cardiovascular disease i…
Author prefacernrnThis book was written with the aim of presenting subjects that are complex and important for medical students in a concise and understandable way. It follows the successful approach of previous editions, being written by medical students thus pitched at an appropriate level for my busy peers.rnrnFor the new edition the content has been reorganised to remove the separ…
AuthorrnrnThe nervous system is one of our body’s most fascinating organ systems. However, the vast literature and seemingly complex concepts surrounding the subject can be an intimidating prospect for medical students. This textbook has been written specifically with medical students in mind and aims to present the nervous system in a way that is accessible and relevant to undergraduates.…