Instant anatomy, 3d ed.9781405126649 Instant anatomy, 3d ed. Whitaker, Robert H. and Neil R. Borley. Blackwell Publishing 2006 234 pages $35.95 Paperback QM31 Whitaker (anatomy, U. of Cambridge, UK) and Borley, a consultant colorectal surgeon colorectal surgeon A surgeon specialized in managing colorectal disease–eg, hemorrhoids, cancer from the UK, offer a text on the fundamentals of anatomy that is meant as a quick reference for those who already have a working knowledge of the subject. Topics are contained to a two-page spread, with illustrations on one page and an explanation on the other. This edition has been updated and expanded to include added material on foramina foramina /fo·ram·i·na/ (fo-ram´i-nah) plural of foramen. fo·ram·i·na n. A plural of foramen. and a new section on surface anatomy surface anatomy n. The study of the configuration of the surface of the body, especially in relation to its internal parts. surface anatomy 1. Anatomic structures that can be identified on the outside of the body 2. , based on common clinical usage and frequently asked questions in student final examinations and the MRCS MRCS Member of Royal College of Surgeons. MRCS abbr. Member of the Royal College of Surgeons . Some illustrations have been added. The book is intended for junior doctors and MRCP/MRCS candidates, medical students, nurses, and other allied health professionals. There is no index or bibliography bibliography. The listing of books is of ancient origin. Lists of clay tablets have been found at Nineveh and elsewhere; the library at Alexandria had subject lists of its books. . ([c]20072005 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR) |
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