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