by Andrej Spec (Author), Gerome V. Escota (Author), Courtney Chrisler (Author), Bethany Davies (Author)
Perfect for board review or quick reference in clinical practice, Comprehensive Review of Infectious Diseases
is a balanced, high-yield resource covering the full range of
infectious disease topics. Whether you’re preparing for examinations or
are looking for a concise resource to support your practice, this unique review contains precisely the information you need
– from common infectious diseases concepts and conditions to hundreds
of up-to-date review questions and answers for self-assessment and exam
preparation.
- Covers the most frequently encountered concepts and conditions in infectious diseases.
- Covers challenging areas frequently covered on the boards:
clinically-relevant microbiology and ID pharmacology, HIV and
antiretroviral therapy, infections in immunocompromised hosts,
dermatologic manifestations of ID, infection mimics, infection control
and prevention, and more.
- Includes new and emerging topics such as neglected tropical diseases, bioterrorism, and emerging and re-emerging infections.
- Provides 450 case-based, board-style multiple-choice questions and answers for test prep and self-assessment.
- Facilitates quick review and maximum retention of information by including hundreds of high-quality illustrations, tables, high-yield boxes, and bulleted lists.
- Contains practical tips for taking the boards, buzzwords and memory aids for board questions, and clinical and board pearls.
- Edited and written by rising stars in the field
of infectious diseases – authors who have recently taken the boards and
excelled, and who understand the challenges posed by this complex field
of study and practice.
