Author Description

Now well-established as a basic introductory text on the care of the newborn for all health professionals. Peter Johnston, a community paediatrician, introduced a fresh approach and gave the text a new lease of life in the previous 7th edition. He has edited the new 8th edition, taking account of the many new developments in this field. The book examines all aspects of care of the baby--normal and abnormal--from the antenatal period to the end of the first month after birth.