Examination Medicine

Includes information on: basic training requirements; the written examination; an approach to the clinical examination; the long case, the short case and examples. Talley, University of Sydney; O'Connor, Canberra Hospital, Australia.

Since 1988 this textbook has provided a clear and easily grasped explanation of the origins of physical signs when examining a patient, (both historically and physiologically). Much has been rewritten to reflect new thinking and new techniques.

A comprehensive review for the Canadian Family Medicine Licensing Examination This unique review provides everything needed to pass the Canadian Family Medicine Licensing Examination. You will find thorough coverage of all of the 99 priority topics included on the examination. Everything you need to pass the exam: Questions and answers are provided for every topic Call-outs to help remember important information include "Red Flags" (indicative symptoms) and "Remember" icons References, including relevant studies, data, and guidelines, are provided for each topic

Preparation is the key to success! Now in its eighth edition, Examination Medicine: a guide to physician training, has prepared generations of physician trainees and medical students for their clinical examinations. Instructive, informative and aligned with current practice, this new edition gives you an overview of what to expect, what is expected of you and how to develop a mature clinical approach to complex medical problems. Talley and O’Connor share their valuable advice on how to prepare for the examinations, use your time to best effect and avoid common pitfalls to ensure you give your best possible performance in your examinations and beyond. Video tutorials of long and short cases included on ExpertConsult Clinical photographs of signs and conditions 50 long cases including history, examination, investigations, treatment and possible lines of questioning Sample long cases from the examiner’s perspective including discussion points and clinical traps 30 short cases including guidance for ‘spot diagnosis’ and ‘common stems’ Hint boxes highlighting common pitfalls and useful tips

A guide to the techniques and analysis of clinical data. Each of the seventeen sections begins with a drawing and biographical sketch of a seminal contributor to the discipline. After an introduction and historical survey of clinical methods, the next fifteen sections are organized by body system. Each contains clinical data items from the history, physical examination, and laboratory investigations that are generally included in a comprehensive patient evaluation. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

“Preparation is the key to success” Now in its seventh edition, Examination Medicine: a guide to physician training ebook has prepared generations of Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) candidates and medical students for their written and clinical examinations. Instructive, informative and aligned with current practice, this new ebook edition provides an overview of what to expect and what is expected of you. It shares valuable advice on how to prepare for the examinations, use your time to best effect and avoid common pitfalls. In addition, this ebook provides: • - 50 practice long cases including history, examination, investigations and treatment • - sample long cases from the examiner’s perspective including typical points likely to be raised in discussion and clinical traps candidates may fall into • - 30 practice short cases including examples of typical X-rays and scans, providing guidance for ‘spot’ diagnosis and outlining a system for examination • - hint boxes highlighting common pitfalls and useful tips. Examination Medicine: a guide to physician training 7e ebook continues to be a valued resource for medical students, outlining the key skills and qualities your examiner expects. It ensures you give your best possible performance in your examinations. The seventh edition print edition also includes video tutorials on conducting short and long cases via Student Consult. Please note that access to Student Consult is not available with purchase of the ebook book version.

Talley & O’Connor’s Examination Medicine: A guide to physician training, has prepared generations of physician trainees and medical students for their clinical examinations. Instructive, informative and aligned with current practice, this ninth edition gives you an overview of what to expect, what is expected of you and how to develop a mature clinical approach to complex medical problems. Talley and O'Connor share their valuable advice on how to prepare for the examinations, use your time to best effect and avoid common pitfalls to ensure you give your best possible performance in your examinations and beyond. Video tutorials of long and short cases included on ExpertConsult Clinical photographs of signs and conditions 50 long cases including history, examination, investigations, treatment and possible lines of questioning Sample long cases from the examiner's perspective including discussion points and clinical traps 30 short cases including guidance for 'spot diagnosis 'and 'common stems' Hint boxes highlighting common pitfalls and useful tips Enhanced eBook version included with purchase

Covers general aspects about preparing for the Fellowship Examination, followed by information about the individual written and clinical components. Includes example questions and template answers for the written examination. Australian authors.