Dictionary of Medical Terms: Over 16,000 Terms Clearly Defined

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2004
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The Dictionary of Medical Terms is an indispensable practical reference for interns, nurses or trainees in any medical field and its clear explanations make it ideal for professionals learning English for Medicine, for A-Level and undergraduate students, and for home reference. Fields covered include surgery, general practice, hospitals, clinics, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and other specialisms, with example sentences for each entry, together with grammar notes and parts of speech. As well as technical language it also includes informal terms of the kind used between professionals or professionals and patients.

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The Dictionary of Medical Terms is an indispensable practical reference for interns, nurses or trainees in any medical field and its clear explanations make it ideal for professionals learning English for Medicine, for A-Level and undergraduate students, and for home reference. Fields covered include surgery, general practice, hospitals, clinics, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and other specialisms, with example sentences for each entry, together with grammar notes and parts of speech. As well as technical language it also includes informal terms of the kind used between professionals or professionals and patients.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 480
Edition: 4th Revised edition
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Published: 16 Feb 2004
ISBN 10: 0747569878
ISBN 13: 9780747569879
Book Overview: Over 12,500 terms in clear, simple English provide comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of all aspects of medical practice, including both British and American terms Phonetic pronunciation for all main entries, as well as grammar notes and encyclopedic comments. Each entry includes an example sentence to show how the term is used in context Used in English Language Teaching throughout the world Quotations from journals and magazines show words used in context

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'An informative, essential reference text for anyone working in the healthcare community. This paperback is put together in an easy, accessible way and its soft-durable cover makes it resilient, user-friendly and you can always easily find what you want.' Reference Reviews