Author Description
Essential Endocrinology explains the subject of endocrinology and endocrine disease in a clear and logical fashion and presents it to the medical student in the context of clinical medicine. In this way, the entire scope of the subject is treated and an explanation of endocrine disease is coherently built upon sound scientific principles. This book bridges the gap between basic science and the clinical practice of endocrinology. Written by a clinician and a teacher of preclinical science it covers the cellular mechanisms of hormone action and an account of each of the main glands. While aiming to be comprehensive, it does not impose upon students information which is superfluous to their needs. Understanding basic concepts will allow them to build on their foundations and frequent references to clinical problems should remind them of the link between science and practice which is particularly exemplified in endocrinology. The book also informs about laboratory methodology and imaging as applied to endocrinology
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can the complex mechanisms of endocrine function be integrated with clinical practice to provide a coherent framework for medical students? The authors, John F. Laycock and Julius Lee, combine their expertise in preclinical teaching and clinical practice to bridge the divide between basic cellular biology and the diagnosis of endocrine disorders. By grounding clinical pathology in fundamental scientific principles, the text provides a structured approach to understanding hormone action and glandular function.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Cellular mechanisms of hormone action
- Detailed accounts of the primary endocrine glands
- Overviews of laboratory methodology and diagnostic imaging
- Integration of basic science with clinical case scenarios
Scope Limits
- Advanced research-level molecular endocrinology
- Rare or highly specialized endocrine conditions
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical educators and students frequently cite this text for its ability to synthesize complex physiological concepts into a manageable format for clinical application. It is widely regarded as a foundational resource for those transitioning from preclinical studies to clinical rotations.
Page Count:
227
Publication Date:
1978-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192611232
ISBN-13:
9780192611239
Science
Medical
textbook
Endocrine glands diseases
Endocrinology