Partial table of contents: SCIENCE AND SKILLS OF INTERNAL MEDICINE. Causes of Diseases: Classification. Bacteria: Other Gram Negative Organisms. Bacteria: Anaerobic Organisms. Bacteria: Mycobacteria. Bacteria: Spirochetes. Infection: Parasites. Infection: Viruses. Metabolism and Metabolic Diseases. Immunology and Allergy. Cancer. Human Genetics. Trauma, Energy, and Chemicals. Toxicology. Terminology. Pathogenesis of Disease. Diagnosis: The Physical Examination. Diagnosis: The Laboratory. Pharmacology. DISEASES. Lung Diseases. Central Nervous System. Urinary Tract. Male Reproductive System. Musculoskeletal Diseases. Skin Diseases. AIDS. RECORDS. The Chart. The Inpatient Hospital Chart. Other Hospital Sources of Information. Hospital Organization. INTERNAL MEDICINE AND THE LAW. The Physician-Patient Relationship. The Role of the Internist in the Emergency Room. Utilization Review and Reimbursement.
