The Science of Paediatrics: MRCPCH Mastercourse
Churchill Livingstone (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Will be published approx. on 5. January 2027
Book
Paperback/Softback
800 pages
978-0-443-27898-3 (ISBN)
Description
The Science of Paediatrics: MRCPCH Mastercourse, 2nd Edition, provides essential background preparation for the MRCPCH Theory and Science examination and is fully mapped to the MRCPCH syllabus. This book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of science and research in paediatrics, epidemiology, palliative medicine, ethics, pharmacology and therapeutics, statistics, evidence-based paediatrics, patient safety, and quality improvement.
"This book is an invaluable resource on the science of paediatrics. You will not find this material anywhere else". -Prof Steve Turner, President, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
Includes MRCPCH exam-format questions in each chapter to test understanding
All clinical specialities covered by clinical specialists, including perinatal and neonatal medicine, genetics, adolescent medicine, ophthalmology, and hearing
Provides an overview of relevant anatomy and physiology, with emphasis on embryology to explain many congenital abnormalities
Focuses on the application and interpretation of investigations
Includes explanation of pharmacological and other treatment
Provides examples of recent advances in science and clinical care
An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
"This book is an invaluable resource on the science of paediatrics. You will not find this material anywhere else". -Prof Steve Turner, President, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health
Includes MRCPCH exam-format questions in each chapter to test understanding
All clinical specialities covered by clinical specialists, including perinatal and neonatal medicine, genetics, adolescent medicine, ophthalmology, and hearing
Provides an overview of relevant anatomy and physiology, with emphasis on embryology to explain many congenital abnormalities
Focuses on the application and interpretation of investigations
Includes explanation of pharmacological and other treatment
Provides examples of recent advances in science and clinical care
An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Reviews / Votes
"This book is innovative and original in assisting the reader to apply the principles of science to paediatric practice" -Professor Neena Modi, Former President, Royal College of Paediatrics and Child HealthReview of the previous edition:
"highly recommended to anyone studying for or taking the relevant examinations but also to others able to use it appropriately as a resource in day-to-day practice.Drs Tom Lissauer and Will Carroll have produced a very much wanted text, by putting together what committed professionals need to know... The book is most desirable tool for the candidates preparing for examinations and interviews." -British Association for Community Child Health (BACCH) Newsletter
More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Elsevier Health Sciences
Target group
College/higher education
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 216 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-443-27898-3 (9780443278983)
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Previous edition

Tom Lissauer | Will Carroll
The Science of Paediatrics: MRCPCH Mastercourse
Book
04/2016
Elsevier
€259.50
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Persons
Editor
Clinical and Academic Lead and Consultant Paediatrician, University Hospital of the North Midlands, Stoke-on-Trent, UK
Honorary Consultant Paediatrician, Imperial College Healthcare Trust, London, UK
Content
Introduction - The important role of science and research in paediatrics
Epidemiology and public health
History and examination
Normal child development
Developmental problems and the child with special needs
Paediatric emergencies and critical care
Accidents and poisoning
Child protection
Genetics
Perinatal medicine
Neonatal medicine
Growth and puberty
Nutrition
Gastroenterology
Infection and immunity
Allergy
Respiratory medicine
Cardiology
Nephrology
Genitalia
Hepatology
Oncology
Haematology
Emotions and behaviour
Dermatology
Diabetes and endocrinology
Musculoskeletal disorders
Neurology
Metabolic medicine
Ophthalmology
Hearing and balance
Adolescent medicine
Global child health
Palliative medicine
Ethics
Pharmacology and therapeutics
Clinical research
Statistics
Evidence based paediatrics
Quality improvement and the clinician
Epidemiology and public health
History and examination
Normal child development
Developmental problems and the child with special needs
Paediatric emergencies and critical care
Accidents and poisoning
Child protection
Genetics
Perinatal medicine
Neonatal medicine
Growth and puberty
Nutrition
Gastroenterology
Infection and immunity
Allergy
Respiratory medicine
Cardiology
Nephrology
Genitalia
Hepatology
Oncology
Haematology
Emotions and behaviour
Dermatology
Diabetes and endocrinology
Musculoskeletal disorders
Neurology
Metabolic medicine
Ophthalmology
Hearing and balance
Adolescent medicine
Global child health
Palliative medicine
Ethics
Pharmacology and therapeutics
Clinical research
Statistics
Evidence based paediatrics
Quality improvement and the clinician