Medical Reference Catalogue
66
Orthopaedic
Emergency and
Office Procedures
Max Hoshino, MD
Assistant Chief, Orthopaedic
Trauma Surgery, Harbor-UCLA
Medical Center, Torrance, CA
December 2013 / Paperback
Approx. 192 pp. / Approx. 243 lllus.
9781451143706
DESCRIPTION
This practical and straightforward resource prepares you to meet the
challenges presented by orthopaedic injuries most commonly seen in the
emergency department and office settings. Readers will explore a range
of techniques—from administration of local anesthesia, proper fracture
reduction, and splint application, to some less common musculoskeletal
procedures.
ORTHOPAEDICS, PHYSICAL MEDICINE, REHABILITATION & SPORTS MEDICINE
FEATURES
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Compact
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Covers the entire field
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Written in the traditional Pocket format—brief, telegraphic text,
many tables, only essential illustrations.
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Thorough coverage prepares readers to address orthopedic injuries
resulting from trauma, as well as degenerative conditions often seen
in emergency department or office visits.
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Step-by-step guidance covers patient positioning, proper
immobilization, and recommended anesthetic techniques to reduce
patient discomfort and improve outcomes.
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Practical tips from the experts help readers to avoid pitfalls and hone
their skills.
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Photos, line drawings, and radiographs provide essential visual
guidance, and allow readers to see key principles in action.
J Boughanem MD
Clinical Assistant Professor
University of Hawaii
Pocket Orthopaedic
Surgery
October 2014 / Paperback
Approx. 256 pp.
9781451185669
Series: Pocket Notebook Series
DESCRIPTION
This new title in Pocket series covers the major subspecialty areas
including shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, hip, knee, foot and ankle.
It is intended to provide a compact quick-reference covering relevant
pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and glosses of medical and surgical
treatment.
