An Insider's Guide To Clinical Medicine

The aim of this insider’s guide is to focus on the clinical medicine. Medicine is a science and an art. Clinical examination is fast becoming a forgotten art in the face of technological onslaught. This book is an important step in bringing the students back to the basics of clinical medicine. This book consists of 15 chapters, which include prerequisites for practical examination and common examination cases, general examination, respiratory system examination, cardiovascular system examination, gastrointestinal system, nervous system, rheumatology, comprehensive geriatric assessment, approach to psychiatric illness, semilong cases, simplified approach to ECG, a systematic approach to chest X-rays, basic instruments, spotters, and annexures. Many common concepts which are very pertinent and relevant for university clinical examinations are discussed in detail in this book. Coverage of the topics are comprehensive, contemporary, and clear. The diagnostic clues given in this book will help the student to arrive at a definitive decision sooner. X-rays, spotters and instruments are dealt with extensively and in exquisite detail. This book can be strongly recommended for students, teachers and practising physicians.