Oxford Handbook of General Practice (Oxford Handbooks)

by Chantal Simon (Author), HazelEveritt (Author), JonBirtwistle (Author), Brian Stevenson (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.28

  Here is a truly comprehensive pocket reference for GPs, GPs in training and medical students in general practice posts. A unique handbook that covers the complete curriculum for general practice as well as including numerous items which can only be learnt in practice. It covers a whole range of topics, tried and tested, old and new to aid and abet the GP in daily working life. Alongside guidelines for evidence-based clinical practice, the book gives details of other important but time-consuming practical issues such as how to deal with confidentiality and consent, compliance, the procedures for complaints, things to include in referral letters and essentials to put in the doctor's bag. A special easy accessible section covers what to do in emergencies with algorithms for adult and paediatric advanced life support. Written by GPs for GPs in the real world the Oxford Handbook of General Practice also raises pertinent issues such as dealing with stress and what it means to enter this fascinating profession. Details of useful web sites and contact address along with an A-Z of important organizations are included to ensure this book forms a truly vital part of the GPs armoury.

• Used

  Paperback
  2009

  $4.23

  The Oxford Handbook of General Practice has been a lifeline for busy GPs since the first edition published in 2002. Covering the whole of general practice, with hands-on advice from experienced practitioners, this essential handbook provides rapid access to information to help with any day-to-day problems which might arise in general practice. The new third edition takes into account the significant changes in primary care since publication of the second edition in 2005. Written in line with the new GP curriculum, the authors have provided new material on the GP contract, foundation level doctors in general practice, and training for general practice. All chapters have been completely revised and updated throughout, with input from a team of specialist reviewers and contributors. The chapter on child health has been radically updated and specific chapters have now been dedicated to pregnancy and contraception/sexual health. The handbook also includes quick reference practical management boxes for paediatric and elderly patients, a plate section of colour images, and reference to online guidelines and resources.Revised to include the latest guidelines and management practices, this authoritative handbook is critical reading for all those working in general practice.