Treating and preventing disease has always been one of the most important tasks in a society, and that task ultimately falls to one of the most respected and admired figures in any culture—the healer. This respect is understandable —medical practictioners ease pain, prolong life, and prevent disesase, making them among the most important figures in the daily lives of people everywhere. The Dictionary of Medical Biography provides authoritative biographical coverage of major medical practitioners in all times and cultures. While its emphasis is on practitioners within the Western medical tradition, it also covers practitioners of alternative medicines, as well as major figures within traditional Chinese, Indian, and Islamic medicine. In addition, special essays survey these medical... Less

The medical dictionary of choice! This easy-to-use medical dictionary contains more than 100,000 concise definitions with simplified phonetic spelling and the unique Stedman's Subentry Locator, which alphabetizes by adjective or description. Hardbound. HOUH02872 HOU-H02872 HOU0618428992 HOU-0618428992 046442428996 4644242899

An OXFORD Medical dictionary with over 10,000 terms used in modern Medicine.

This is a unique, extensively illustrated dictionary of terms, people, events, and dates spanning the entire history of medicine. It is a monumental work of scholarship totaling some 700 double-column pages with a large number of rare and exceptional illustrations from many original sources painstakingly compiled over years of far-searching inquiry involving more than 5,000 books and hundreds of journals. It is a major resource of hard-to-find information about notable medical figures, instruments, conditions, procedures, and dates and a storehouse of captivating anecdotes and background material. The book contains a wealth of material for concise historical introductions to a broad range of subjects and is the sine qua non authority on both well and little known facts of medical history... Less

This dictionary is the result of a national research project conducted at the Sun Yatsen Medical University. It contains 140,000 medical entries, of which 9,000 very new and not available in comparable dictionaries. This dictionary is compiled on the basis of the standardization of English translation of Chinese medical terminology. With standard English pronunciation, indicating sources in etymology, anatomy, medical subject headings, pharmacy, mental disorder, etc.

Keep your mind sharp and your conversations stimulating with reference books of up-to-date words, meanings, pronunciations. New Explorer Medical Dictionary has 37,000+ entries of contemporary medical and healthcare terms, plus brand name and generic drugs. Hardcover book has 864 pages; 6" x 8".

A full-color pocket-sized dictionary of medical terms More than 500 NEW illustrations! McGraw-Hill Concise Pocket Medical Dictionary is a compact yet comprehensive dictionary of hundreds of medical words and phrases used in all practice areas. This handy reference is highlighted by numerous full-color photographs and diagrams. The second edition has been thoroughly revised with more than 500 new illustrations and numerous new entries. Features: Handy 4"x6" trim size Covers all major specialties, including surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, ophthalmology, pharmaceutical products, etc. Hundreds of full-color photos and illustrations

This dictionary is the result of a national research project conducted at the Sun Yatsen Medical University in Guangzhou, China. It contains 130,000 medical entries. This dictionary is compiled on the basis of the standardization of Chinese translation of English medical terminology, which includes both Western and Chinese medical terms. With standard English pronunciation, indicating sources in etymology, anatomy, medical subject headings, pharmacy, mental disorder, etc.

With the rapid growth of the Spanish-speaking population worldwide, this comprehensive communicator has become an indispensable resource for healthcare students and professionals everywhere. The Fourth Edition has been designed to give easier and faster access to nearly 23,000 comprehensive medical terms, technology- related medical terms, and medical abbreviations, plus definitions, translations, tips on pronunciation, signs and symptoms of common disorders, practical phrases used in daily communication with patients, and much more.

Store Search search Title, ISBN and Author Nail Patella Syndrome - A Medical Dictionary, Bibliography, and Annotated Research Guide to Internet References by Icon Health Publications Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New This is a 3-in-1 reference book. It gives a complete medical dictionary covering hundreds of terms and expressions relating to nail patella syndrome. It also gives extensive lists of bibliographic citations. Finally, it provides information

A full-color pocket-sized dictionary of medical terms More than 500 NEW illustrations! Concise Pocket Medical Dictionary is a compact yet comprehensive dictionary of hundreds of medical words and phrases used in all practice areas. This handy reference is highlighted by numerous full-color photographs and diagrams.The second edition has been thoroughly revised with more than 500 new illustrations and numerous new entries. Features Handy 4"x6" trim size Covers all major specialties, including surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, ophthalmology, pharmaceutical products, etc. Hundreds of full-color photos and illustrations

A reference that makes orthopedic terminology accessible and understandable both to students and health professionals, as well as to those without a medical background. Approximately 4,000 of the most frequently used terms in orthopedics are defined in non-technical language for secretaries, receptionists, billing and insurance personnel, physical therapists, athletic trainers, technicians, students, medical transcriptionists , and others new to the field. Abbreviations and acronyms are included, as well as pronunciation and common misspellings. Gonzalez et al. work in orthopedic surgery and pediatric orthopedics. Annotation ©2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

The Complete Medical Spanish Dictionary is one of the most complete and useful Medical Spanish resources ever created. You'll never want to work without it again. Volume 1 of this dictionary converts English to Spanish, with over 10,000 terms, including over 2500 verbs. It is a collection of both technical and common terms, making it a refreshing change from most other bilingual, medical dictionaries, which only emphasize scientific terms. It also contains a quick-reference, verb guide, and a collection of regional expressions.

The Routledge English-Russian Russian-English Medical Dictionary and Phrasebook is the first full-size English-Russian bilingual Medical Dictionary that covers a broad range of up-to-date medical terminology. Key features: Includes a phrasebook appendix consisting of 22 sections including areas such as Emergency Medical Terminology and Medical Insurance Terms. Expressions included in the phrasebook taken from authentic medical documents. English-Russian list of medical roots Suffixes and prefixes that are predominately used in medical terminology formation Bilingual list of the most used medical abbreviations Russian words provided with stress marks for proper pronunciation. This dictionary has been designed to cater to the needs of Russian-English English-Russian... Less

* 7th edition with approx. 180,000 searchable Words, Phrases and Definitions, as well as approx. 85,000 Sample Sentences * with approx. 4 million Words and 24,300 Phrases and Definitions * with approx. 300,000 searchable words, 43,000 Sample Sentences and provides further information of Word Form, Spelling, Roots, Meaning, Variation, Synonym & Antonym and related words * (Bilingual version) the Prestigious and Standardized Dictionary in Simplified Chinese World, with approx. 64,000 Chinese Phrases * Built in 15 Bahasa Indonesia dictionaries, including English- Indonesian/ Indonesian- English / Indonesian- Indonesian / Indonesian- Chinese / Chinese- Indonesian / Medical / Business / Idioms / Slang / Maths / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Science / Sports English * Database, including... Less

Now available—a portable pocket-sized version of McElroy and Grabb's highly successful Spanish-English English-Spanish Medical Dictionary. This handy reference will help non-Spanish-speaki ng physicians and other health care providers communicate with Spanish-speaking patients with greater precision and ease. The book contains over 12,000 terms and includes a section on common medical abbreviations. Appendices include Communicating with Patients; Common Medical Disorders—Signs, Symptoms, Tests, and Treatments; Systems of Measurements; and Verb Tables.

Break the language barrier between healthcare professionals and Spanish-speaking patientsThis pocket-sized book contains virtually all health-related terms likely to occur in a conversation between a health worker and a Spanish-speaking patient, including common colloquialisms and slang terms not found in similar dictionaries. The Third Edition contains over 18,000 entries and 3,000 new terms have been added.

Coders Dictionary 2013-Defining medical terms from a coding and reimbursement perspective. Unlike other medical dictionaries, the Coders' Dictionary helps you understand medical terminology from a coder's perspective. This unique dictionary was developed to meet the specific needs of medical coders, admitting clerks, billers, and adjudicators. Updated by industry experts. Includes more than 7,500 alphabetic entries and 250 illustrations for terminology key to code selection so you can find definitions for medical nomenclature, eponyms, new technology, and acronyms. Clear, concise definitions for clinical, coding, billing, and reimbursement terms. No need to use multiple print or electronic references to access medical definitions. Illustrations. Detailed illustrations accompany medical... Less

Don't let a language barrier prevent you from giving your patient the best care possible From the most successful bilingual dictionary range in North America comes this dictionary that equips you with the medical terminology you need to know to effectively communicate with Spanish-speaking patients. This book is ideal for a wide range of professionals such as physicians, nurses, physician's assistants, technicians, therapists, and administrators. And you do not need any previous experience with Spanish. You're ready to treat Spanish-speaking patients without hesitation. It includes: 38,000-plus headwords and 35,000 sub-entries A complete grammar overview and verb charts A guide to common idioms and slang A phrasebook section that includes more than 250 phrases for... Less

Experience Taber s 21! To thrive in the ever-changing world of health care, you need a respected, trusted, and cutting-edge, cyclopedic resource. In hand, online, or on a mobile device, turn to Taber s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition anytime, anywhere! Taber s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition Taber s 21 is today s most comprehensive health science dictionary. Under the editorial direction of Donald Venes, MD, MSJ, a team of expert consulting editors and consultants, representing every branch of health care, works with the Taber s in-house editorial staff to ensure that the content reflects the state of the art. Cyclopedic entries that offer more than just definitions. More than 60,000 reader-friendly definitions, including 3,000 brand-new terms and... Less

...a convenient, pocket-sized companion to Principles and Practice of Supportive Oncology... designed for immediate bedside clinical reference, providing easy access to essential information on the management of pain and more.

To thrive in the ever-changing world of health care, you need a respected, trusted, and cutting-edge, cyclopedic resource. In hand, online, or on a mobile device, turn to Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition, anytime, anywhere! Taber's 21 is today's most comprehensive health science dictionary. Under the editorial direction of Donald Venes, MD, MSJ, a team of expert consulting editors and consultants, representing every branch of health care, worked with the Taber's in-house editorial staff to ensure that the content reflects the state of the art. Cyclopedic entries that offer more than just definitions. More than 60,000 reader-friendly definitions, including 3,000 brand-new terms and 7,000 revised terms. Over 1,000 full-color illustrations in the book and DVD ... Less