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Concise Medical Dictionary (Oxford Quick Reference) Paperback – 16 Jan. 2020
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Comprehensive Coverage
Includes a wide range of medical terms and concepts, suitable for students and professionals, ensuring a thorough understanding of medical language and jargon.
User-Friendly Format
Designed for quick reference, the concise layout allows users to find definitions swiftly, making it perfect for busy practitioners and learners needing immediate information.
Credible Source
Published by Oxford, known for high-quality academic resources, this dictionary ensures trusted and accurate definitions, enhancing confidence in the material provided.
Product Details
- Written by a team of medical experts, this market-leading dictionary offers clear and authoritative definitions for all aspects of medical science. It features up-to-date coverage of public health medicine, medical research and general practice, drugs and pharmacology, endocrinology, cardiology and radiology, among other specialist areas. This new edition has been revised and updated to reflect advancements in medical research and practice, while over 250 new entries have been added, including American Medical Association, burden of treatment, gaming disorder, MERS, person-centred care, and Zika virus. Recommended web links and detailed illustrations complement the text, and extensive appendices offer useful lists and tables on areas such as inherited medical conditions, units of alcohol, and abbreviations and symbols.Selling over a million copies in previous editions, this is an essential A-Z for students and those working in the medical and allied professions, including nurses, pharmacists, physiotherapists, social workers, hospital administrators, and medical secretaries. It is also an invaluable home reference guide for the general reader.
| Publisher | OUP Oxford |
| Publication date | 16 Jan. 2020 |
| Edition | 10th |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 896 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0198836619 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0198836612 |
| Item weight | 430 g |
| Dimensions | 12.6 x 3.91 x 19.5 cm |
| Part of series | Oxford Quick Reference |
Who Should Buy?
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Medical Students
Ideal for medical students needing quick access to definitions and explanations of terminology during studies and exams.
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Healthcare Professionals
Useful for doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals requiring concise definitions for patient care and communication.
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General Readers
Beneficial for laypeople seeking to understand medical terms for personal knowledge or in healthcare discussions.
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In-Depth Research
Not suitable for advanced researchers or professionals needing comprehensive and detailed medical literature or concepts.
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Casual Readers
May not engage casual readers uninterested in medical terminology or lacking a foundation in related health topics.
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Digital Users
Not ideal for users who prefer digital formats, as it is a physical paperback without electronic capabilities.
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What additional resources does the dictionary provide?
Answer: It offers recommended web links, detailed illustrations, and extensive appendices with useful lists and tables.
Preventive Medicine Editorial Review
The "Concise Medical Dictionary (Oxford Quick Reference)" has received a generally positive reception from users, who appreciate its informative and comprehensive nature. Reviewers highlight the dictionary's ability to explain complex medical terminology in a straightforward manner, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in medicine. Users praise the dictionary for its ease of use, excellent search features, and good indexing, which allows for quick navigation to entries. This accessibility makes it suitable for diverse formats, including e-ink and color displays, broadening its usability for readers. While there are minor criticisms regarding the exclusion of specific terms, such as "paralysis agitans" in relation to Parkinson's Disease, overall sentiments lean towards satisfaction. Users find it to be a trustworthy offline resource, especially when online searches may not yield reliable results. Some reviews touch upon the service experience rather than the product itself, indicating that while the content of the book shines, the delivery process fell short for a few customers. In summary, the "Concise Medical Dictionary" is well-regarded for its clarity, thoroughness, and user-friendly features, making it a recommended purchase for those seeking to deepen their understanding of medical terms and concepts. **
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Pros
- Comprehensive and informative content
- Clear, simple explanations of complex terms
- Excellent indexing and search features
- User-friendly in various display formats
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- Some specific medical terms are omitted
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Features & Benefits
- Written by a team of medical experts for reliable information.
- Clear and authoritative definitions covering all medical science aspects.
- Includes updated entries on critical topics like Zika virus and gaming disorder.
- Useful for students and professionals in the medical field.
- Over a million copies sold, indicating its trusted status.
- Complemented by recommended web links and detailed illustrations.