Differential Diagnosis and Treatment in Primary Care (6th Edition)

Author: Dr. R. Douglas Collins MD
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The “Differential Diagnosis and Treatment in Primary Care, 6th Edition” by R. Douglas Collins is a key resource designed to help primary care practitioners with the diagnosis and management of common conditions. This edition integrates recent advances in clinical practice and provides clear, evidence-based guidance for effective patient care. Organized into categories such as pain, mass, bloody discharge, non-bloody discharge, functional changes, and abnormal laboratory results, this bestselling clinical reference helps you apply your basic science knowledge to consider all the possible causes of each symptom, and then take the appropriate steps to determine which one is most likely. Apply the latest knowledge due to comprehensive updates throughout the text, including new signs and symptoms, new and expanded case histories, updated diagnostic tests, and more. Interact with patients more effectively with a new section on bedside manner, and get therapeutic guidance from a new section on the treatment of common diseases. Know what to look for thanks to abundant anatomical drawings that highlight relevant features in each body area. Develop your diagnostic skills with cases and clinical questions for each sign or symptom, as well as the framework for thinking through those questions to arrive at the appropriate diagnosis. Select the appropriate diagnostic procedures and laboratory tests to include in the workup. Recognize when to refer a patient to a specialist with a special section on this topic

Top Features

1. Comprehensive Coverage: Detailed information on a broad range of diseases and conditions commonly encountered in primary care settings.
2. Evidence-Based Guidance: Up-to-date recommendations and best practices based on the latest research and clinical guidelines.
3. Differential Diagnosis: Step-by-step approach to help clinicians distinguish between similar conditions and choose the most appropriate tests and treatments.
4. Treatment Strategies: Practical advice on managing conditions, including pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic options.
5. User-Friendly Format: Organized in a clear, accessible format with bullet points, tables, and algorithms to facilitate quick reference.
6. Updated Content: Reflects the most recent changes and advancements in medical knowledge and clinical practice.

✧ This edition serves as an essential guide for:  

• Primary Care Physicians,Nurse Practitioners,Physician Assistants,Medical Students and Residents and 
   Other Healthcare Providers
   

Overall, this book is ideal for anyone involved in the day-to-day care of patients in a primary care setting who needs a reliable, practical reference.