Pathology for the Health Professions

Gain a clear understanding of pathology with this concise, clinically relevant resource! Praised for its stunning collection of pathology images, Pathology for the Health Professions, 7th Edition, simplifies complex pathophysiology concepts and provides essential information on the most frequently encountered diseases. Clinically relevant coverage includes both general and systemic pathology. This edition features a streamlined narrative and enhanced review questions to help you master the pathology information you need to succeed in today's healthcare environment.Clear, non-technical writing style makes complex concepts more engaging and easier to understandUNIQUE! Each major disease is presented in a standardized format called DEPPiCT (Disease description, Etiology, Pathogenesis, Pathology, Clinical features, and a short discussion on Therapy or prognosis), providing a consistent, didactic approach for study and clinical practiceMore than 500 full-color, high-quality images help reinforce understanding of disease conditions and general pathology principlesLearning objectives and review questions help you identify the most important concepts and assess your understanding of essential principlesKey terms are listed at the beginning of each chapter and bolded at first mention, and a comprehensive glossary offers easy access to definitions of termsUPDATED! Did You Know? boxes showcase brief clinical facts and address today's most relevant health issuesNEW! Streamlined narrative features checklists and bulleted lists to improve readability and reinforce key topicsNEW! Enhanced review questions test your understanding of essential principles

Dr. Ivan Damjanov is a pathologist in Kansas City, Kansas and is affiliated with University of Kansas Hospital. He received his medical degree from University of Zagreb Faculty of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He is one of 19 doctors at the University of Kansas Hospital who specialize in Pathology.