Immunology Made Ridiculously Simple

A brief overview of the basic science and clinical aspects of immunology. The basic science section is a clear presentation of innate and adaptive immunity, immune cells, antibodies and antigens, and other components of the immune system and their interactions. The clinical section clarifies hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, immunodeficiency, common diagnostic tests, vaccination, transplantation, and tumor immunology.

NEW RELEASE!!! Hematology encompasses numerous diseases, and it is easy to get lost in the details of a reference text. This book focuses on seeing the overall clinical picture in a brief, clear manner. It offers a practical overview of the range of common hematologic disorders, with their diagnoses and treatments. The book is directed toward the medical, nursing, and PA student as well as the general practitioner, who would like a brief overview of the key and practical clinical aspects of Hematology, with understanding, rather than rote memorization.

CD on Differentail Diagnosis, shows the interpretation of common lab tests and patient symptoms and signs, also facilitates searching several reference services for additional information.

A brief, clear, thorough, and highly enjoyable approach to clinical microbiology, brimming with mnemonics, humor, summary charts and illustrations, from AIDS to "flesh-eating bacteria" to ebola, mad cow disease, hantavirus, anthrax, smallpox, botulism, etc. Excellent Board review.

The new edition includes thoroughly revised and updated information about the latest clinical trials and guidelines in Cardiology. For medical students, house officers, cardiac fellows, practicing physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician associates and other health care professionals. A clear, concise, highly practical and enjoyable overview of all of clinically relevant cardiology. History, physical, ECG (ECG interpretation taught in just 40 pages!), radiology, noninvasive and invasive diagnostic tests, therapy (both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic), cardiac device therapy, and cardiac surgery. A final section of the book takes the full gamut of cardiac pearls of wisdom obtained in all previous chapters and Puts It All Together to clearly teach the approach to diagnosis and treatment of the most common cardiac pathologies. "Putting It All Together" includes: APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH HEART FAILURE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH SYSTEMIC ARTERIAL HYERTENSION APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH DYSLIPIDEMIA APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH VALVULAR HEART DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH HYPERTROPHIC CARDIOMYOPATHY APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH INFECTIVE ENDOCARDITIS APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH AORTIC DISSECTION APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH PERICARDIAL DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH PULMONARY HYPERTENSION APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH A HEART MURMUR APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH CARDIAC ARRHYTHMIAS AND CONDUCTION DISTURBANCES APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH ADULT CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH HEART DISEASE UNDERGOING NON-CARDIAC SURGERY APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH NEOPLASTIC HEART DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH "FALSE" HEART DISEASE APPROACH TO THE PATIENT WITH AN ACUTE CARDIAC EMERGENCY Companion Digital Download of Heart Sounds & Images program (Win/Mac) with heart sounds, ECG interpretation, chest x-rays, echocardiography, cases, and quiz.

How the Immune System Works has helped thousands of students understand what’s in their big, thick, immunology textbooks. In his book, Dr. Sompayrac cuts through the jargon and details to reveal, in simple language, the essence of this complex subject. In fifteen easy-to-read chapters, featuring the humorous style and engaging analogies developed by Dr. Sompayrac, How the Immune System Works explains how the immune system players work together to protect us from disease – and, most importantly, why they do it this way. Rigorously updated for this fifth edition, How the Immune System Works includes the latest information on subjects such as vaccines, the immunology of AIDS, and cancer. A highlight of this edition is a new chapter on the intestinal immune system – currently one of the hottest topics in immunology. Whether you are completely new to immunology, or require a refresher, How the Immune System Works will provide you with a clear and engaging overview of this fascinating subject. But don’t take our word for it! Read what students have been saying about this classic book: "What an exceptional book! It's clear you are in the hands of an expert." "Possibly the Best Small Text of All Time!" "This is a FUN book, and Lauren Sompayrac does a fantastic job of explaining the immune system using words that normal people can understand." "Hands down the best immunology book I have read... a very enjoyable read." "This is simply one of the best medical textbooks that I have ever read. Clear diagrams coupled with highly readable text make this whole subject easily understandable and engaging." Now with a brand new website at www.wiley.com/go/sompayrac featuring Powerpoint files of the images from the book

The book blendes the essentials of basic pharmacology and clinical pharmacology so that the transition from classroom to hospital is less abrupt. Students report that the book is most effective when lecture notes are written directly on the tables and margins, providing a single, concise guide for finals and the National Boards.