The Handbook of Geriatric Care Management, Second Edition is a comprehensive reference for Geriatric Care Managers (GCMs) to define duties and procedures while also providing guidelines for setting up a geriatric care practice. It is a strong educational tool for the growing legions of GCM students offering an simple to use, readable, practical textbook, full of precise, multi domain information to learn the academic building blocks and receive a certificate or degree in GCM. This book is considered the leading resource by professional geriatric care managers, who are both starting to practice or already working in the GCM field. It addresses the many settings that Geriatric Care Managers find themselves in such as, hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living and rehabilitation facilities and covers how to launch a GCM business, complete a professional geriatric assessment, have the clinical skills to professionally practice in (more…)

An updated edition of the most popular book on the subject Routinely cited in reviews as the geriatrics book nonpareil, Hazzard’s Principles of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology is now in its sixth edition, complete with updated content and a total design overhaul that makes easier than ever to read and navigate. Its main focus of blending gerontology principles with clinical geriatrics, however, is unchanged. This brand-new package, authored by the world’s ideal geriatricians (with more internationally based contributors than ever), contains a number of changes. Evidence-based medicine is emphasized via the expanded use of clinical practice guidelines, as well as reference to systematic reviews and critically appraised topics. A new chapter on international geriatric care has also been added. Meanwhile, tables, drawings, and clinical algorithms have been enhanced by the new color format, and all content on Geriatric Syndromes have been placed up front. This perennial (more…)

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“So well written the amount of information it contains is deceptive. Unlike many texts, the book is simple to read and provides an excellent overview of geriatrics.”–Journal of Family Practice (Journal of Family Practice )

The most RENOWNED AND TRUSTED INTRODUCTORY GUIDE to core topics in geriatric medicine and health care A doody’s Core Title ESSENTIAL PURCHASE! 4 STAR DOODY’S REVIEW! “This continues to be the leading U.S. introductory textbook in geriatric medicine. It is user friendly, well written and edited, and simple on the eyes. Not a single major concept is omitted. With some 400-plus pleasant pages, this can easily be read on a rotation in geriatric medicine. If I had a magic wand, I would wave it, and copiesof this brilliant book would appear under the pillow of every hospitalist in the land. See if it doesn’t resonate with you as well.”–Doody’s Essentials of Clinical Geriatrics delivers a broad, well-written (more…)

The most complete, authoritative guide available on the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the elderly — updated with a new global perspective A Doody’s Core Title! “In addition to serving as a timely, comprehensive, state-of-the-art textbook of geriatric medicine anchored in science, evidence-based medicine, and patient-centered practice, the book also is intended to meet the learning needs of fellows in geriatric medicine. The authors succeed in modeling a textbook of geriatric medicine on textbooks of internal medicine. 3 Stars.”–Doody’s Review Service The undisputed leader on the subject of geriatrics, this comprehensive guide combines gerontology principles with clinical geriatrics offering unmatched coverage of this area of medicine. Written by some of the world’s most respected geriatricians, Hazzard’s Principles of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology presents the most up-to-date, evidence-based medical information available — in a (more…)

Mobility, Sexuality and AIDS recognises the complex relationships between individual circumstances, different forms of migration and the different ways in which communities andSays respond. It will be invaluable for students and academics of migration, development studies, anthropology, sociology, geography and public health.

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Institute of Education, UK Adviser, Switzerland University of Sussex, UK

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Featuring a two-sided chestpiece, this classic stethoscope offers high acoustic sensitivity forbetter performance. A patented tunable diaphragm on one side augments the traditional bell function of the opposite side. Features patented Littmann snap tight soft-sealing eartips plus patient friendly nonchill rim and diaphragm.

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“This book is an absolute must for anybody who is just overwhelmed by the prospect of having to go through the various standards that are becoming increasingly important to manufacturers and users alike. . ..It not only explains every aspect of the science of reliable design but provides clear definitions of the jargon and good practical examples of the paperwork required from the various certifying bodies. . . .it is unlikely that most of us will ever need to refer to any other book than this one. ” —Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers
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As medical devices increase in complexity, concerns about efficacy, safety, quality, and longevity increase in stride. Introduced almost a decade ago, Reliable Design of Medical Devices illuminated the path to increased reliability in the hands-on design of advanced medical devices. With fully updated coverage in its Second Edition, (more…)