Family Medicine Theory and Practice

Author: (USA) Taylor
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: Crafted by over 300 American medical experts over decades, the fifth edition is renowned globally. With three parts and 130 chapters, it covers all aspects of healthcare, nurturing health. From preconception care to end-of-life care, it provides comprehensive services for everyone. From individuals, families to communities, and society, it offers all-around disease prevention and health care. It encompasses the physical, psychological, emotional, occupational, cultural, and habitual aspects, leaving no detail untouched. It serves as a textbook for general practitioners, a reference for specialists, and an encyclopedia for family healthcare. The content of this book addresses at least 90% of the issues encountered by general practitioners in their daily practice, including:
1. Common acute conditions, such as otitis media, urinary tract infections, etc.;
2. Common chronic conditions, such as diabetes, Alzheimer's disease, etc.;
3. Some severe issues, such as domestic violence, pulmonary embolism, etc.;
4. Emerging medical issues under exploration, such as certain diseases for which treatment is still being developed—Lyme disease or osteoporosis;
5. New and important developments in general practice, such as adolescent healthcare, occupational healthcare, and sports medicine.
The target audience for this book includes resident physicians undergoing clinical training in general practice after graduation and professionals engaged in this field.