- Paperback: 724 pages
- Publisher: Springer; 13th Corrected ed. 2008. Corr. 2nd printing 2008 edition (1 Aug 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0387356649
- ISBN-13: 978-0387356648
- Product Dimensions: 21 x 3.3 x 27.9 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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From the reviews of the thirteenth edition: "... These chapters are as up-to-date as the latest journals ... Any physician who reads the book may feel no need for specialist referral, but rheumatologists will, in fact, feel more confident and assured as they offer their diagnoses and recommend treatment options ..." (G.E. Ehrlich, JAMA, March 2008) "This primer is designed to provide the most up-to-date information on virtually every disease encountered by rheumatologists and others who treat patients with rheumatologic diseases. … The book is designed for anyone interested in learning in detail about rheumatology. From students to skilled rheumatologists, all will benefit from this reference." (Alfred H. Kim, Doody’s Review Services, January, 2009) "A textbook divided into 44 parts, some with several chapters presenting a complete overview of rheumatology including juvenile arthritis. The description of each entity is divided into epidemiology, etiology including genetics, patho-physiology and clinic. There are many illustrations, tables and references. For students, interns, residents, practitioners and their teachers. The number of editions proves its popularity." (Pediatric Endocrinology Reviews, Vol. 6 (3), March, 2009)
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This is one of the most prestigious and comprehensive texts on arthritis and related diseases, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, lupus and more than one hundred others. It offers medical students and physicians a concise description of the current science, diagnosis, clinical consequences, and principles of management. New and expanded chapters heighten the translational nature of this edition. Students, trainees, and practicing clinicians all need a standard textbook that can change with the times and reflect recent strides taken in understanding and treating rheumatic disease. The Primer fills that need.
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The 13th edition of the Primer on the Rheumatic Diseases is an extraordinary handbook for clinical care. The Primer will educate trainees, update established clinicians, and help health care providers from all walks of the profession provide better care for patients with arthritis and rheumatic diseases.
In achieving these purposes, the Primer continues a tradition of excellence dating back more than seventy years. The Primer and its precursors have served as a major learning tool for medical students, house officers, fellows, and allied health professionals since 1934.
The Primer is designed to provide up-to-date information about the major clinical syndromes seen by primary care physicians, rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons, as well as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, and allied health professionals whose expertise contributes to patient care. Emphasis on the evaluation of the patient, the physical examination including musculoskeletal signs and symptoms, laboratory and imaging evaluations, and current and novel therapeutic approaches are essential for all who work in this field. Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases remain a leading cause of disability and the most common chronic illness.
Rheumatology has never been more exciting than it is today, and there is no doubt that the 13th edition of the Primer reflects this.
- Comments by Michael E. Weinblatt, MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
In achieving these purposes, the Primer continues a tradition of excellence dating back more than seventy years. The Primer and its precursors have served as a major learning tool for medical students, house officers, fellows, and allied health professionals since 1934.
The Primer is designed to provide up-to-date information about the major clinical syndromes seen by primary care physicians, rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons, as well as physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical and occupational therapists, and allied health professionals whose expertise contributes to patient care. Emphasis on the evaluation of the patient, the physical examination including musculoskeletal signs and symptoms, laboratory and imaging evaluations, and current and novel therapeutic approaches are essential for all who work in this field. Arthritis and other rheumatic diseases remain a leading cause of disability and the most common chronic illness.
Rheumatology has never been more exciting than it is today, and there is no doubt that the 13th edition of the Primer reflects this.
- Comments by Michael E. Weinblatt, MD, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
An old book title, now with new aspect
23 Mar 2008
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This has been an official publication of the arthritis foundation, offering guidelines and a concise, though complete overview on the rheumatic diseases and its approach. This new edition offers a more attractive text to be studied, printed with special paper and colour photos, missing only specific chapters about the drugs used in Rheumatology. Still a great book as well as a reliable source of information for those engaged in the treatment of the rheumatic patients
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Excellent resource
1 Oct 2011
There are two Primers which an Internist would benefit most with, Primer of Kidney disease and This one. Lucid writing and valuable information ! Incorporates recent information and guidelines, a valuable book. Will benefit a medical student with interest in Rheumatic diseases and the Internist for sure ! I guess the Rheumatologist would also find it a useful revision.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Best Rheum book
12 Nov 2010
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Used to be free dangit. The new version is an improvement though. The most helpful reference and review for Med student or resident on rheumatology. Not too detailed, but enough extra info some rheumatologists don't even know.
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