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Revised: 4 February 2010

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General Dermatology

 

Ambros-Rudolph: Obstetric and Gynecologic Dermatology    

By Christina Ambros-Rudolph

2008 (3rd ed), 424 pages, 460 illus, $145 list

Expanded coverage-including chapters on vulval vaginal disease help you meet more clinical challenges, while more than 460 illustrations emphasize pathologic and clinical appearances of dermatologic problems, providing essential visual guidance for the most informed diagnoses. Enhanced basic dermatologic information, such as general introductions to treatment, treatment options, and rashes, makes this an excellent guide for dermatologist and non-dermatologists, as well as obstetricians and gynecologists. A CD-ROM-new to this edition-provides convenient access to all of the book's images for your personal use.

 

 

Archer: Ethnic Dermatology: Clinical Problems and Pigmented Skin   

By Clive Archer

2008 (1st ed), 216 pages, 2250 illus, $200 list

 The comparison of skin disorders in white and deeply pigmented skin is in itself an important way of learning; by using this book regularly, the reader will become familiar with the appearance of common and uncommon skin diseases in people with varying degrees of skin pigmentation. This beautifully illustrated text on ethnic dermatology provides a systematic approach to the diagnosis and management of a wide variety of skin diseases; the second edition has been reorganized and updated to enforce its usefulness for the busy practitioner needing to compare important differences in the way skin diseases manifest themselves.

 

Bader: Essentials of Contemporary Psychodermatology  

By Armin Bader

2009 (1st ed), 200 pages, 100 illus, $120 list

Essentials of Contemporary Psychodermatology" is a comprehensive new approach to the complex and fascinating relationship between the psyche and the soma. Behavioral medicine, psychodynamic theories and psychoneuroimmunology are incorporated with a modern philosophy of science to create both a novel and practical means of understanding the way the mind and skin interact.

 

 

Baykal: Dermatological Diseases of the Nose and Ears    

By Can Baykal

2009 (1st ed), 157 pages, 430 illus, $139 list

"Dermatological Diseases of the Nose and Ears" gives comprehensive information about the lesions of these regions. It contains high quality original clinical pictures, which make the diagnosis easier in this important aspect of clinical dermatological practice. In clinical practice, physicians may observe lesions of the nose or ear only. After identifying the elementary lesion, the clinician can more easily uncover the diagnosis of a local or disseminated or systemic disease with the help of this book. 

 

Bieber: Atopic Dermatitis    

By Thomas Bieber

2009 (2nd ed), 468 pages, 75 illus, $300 list

This Second Edition of the revolutionary guide, Atopic Dermatitis, is the only available text that discusses all aspects of this common disease. Appealing to dermatologists, allergists, family practitioners, and pediatricians, as well as physician scientists, medical students, and experimental investigators, this stand-alone text addresses recent breakthrough discoveries in genetics and milestones in immunological research in dermatology.

 

Bolognia: Dermatology: 2-Volume Set    

By Jean Bolognia

2008 (2nd ed), 2584 pages, 3000 illus, $449 list

This definitive reference provides easy access to essential and authoritative clinical guidance on the full range of dermatologic entities encountered in today's practice. It delivers more comprehensive coverage of clinical adult and pediatric dermatology, drug therapy, dermatologic surgery, and pathology than you will find in any other single text. Thousands of helpful illustrations equip you with the visual guidance you need to arrive at confident diagnoses.

 

Brehmer-Andersson: Dermatopathology
By Eva Brehmer-Andersson

2006 (1st ed), 254 pages, $179 list

Discusses principles of microscopic pathology of acquired skin diseases in a concise, yet comprehensive manner.  Also discusses underlying mechanism of diseases.

 

 

 

Burgdorf: Braun-Falco´s Dermatology         

By W.H.C Burgdorf

2008 (3rd ed), 1712 pages, 1200 illus, $349 list

Sure to prove essential reading for all practitioners in this fast-moving medical discipline, the new 3rd edition of Braun-Falco’s Dermatology covers classical dermatology and many related fields, providing a wealth of information on pathophysiology, clinical features, diagnostic methods, and differential diagnostic considerations, as well as the latest therapeutic approaches.

 

 

Burns: Rook's Textbook of Dermatology
By Tony Burns, S M Breathnach, Neil Cox and Christopher E Griffiths

2004 (7th ed), 4568 pages, 2346 illus, $695 list

Rook's Textbook covers all aspects of skin disease from basic science through pathology and epidemiology to clinical practice. It has always been particularly highly regarded for its unparalleled coverage of diagnosis.

 

Burns: Rook's Textbook of Dermatology   

By Tony Burns

2009 (8th ed), 5024 pages, $700 list

Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology"...continues the tradition of excellence for which the previous editions were justly acclaimed...it is difficult to imagine practising dermatology without ready access to this book and harder to imagine why one would try." JAMA"Essential. Indispensable. The fifth edition of "Rook," just out, is unarguably the best textbook of dermatology in the world.

 

Buxton: ABC of Dermatology

By Paul Buxton

2009 (5th ed), 224 pages, 250 illus, $50 list

The ABC of Dermatology provides the core knowledge of diagnosis and therapy of common conditions and the general principles of skin condition management. Including new chapters on drug rashes, connective tissue disease, skin tumours, practical procedures, laser treatments and a practical guide to dressings and bandages, this highly illustrated ABC is the perfect learning partner for GPs, GP registrars, junior doctors, medical students and primary care nurses.

 

Callen: Dermatological Signs of Internal Disease

By Jeffrey Callen

2009 (4th ed), 452 pages, 500 illus, $159 list

Practical, comprehensive, and updated throughout, the 4th edition of Dermatological Signs of Internal Diseases helps you identify a full range of common and rare systemic diseases early…so they can be managed as effectively as possible. Coverage of new disorders, including nephrogenic fibrosing dermopathy, new treatment options, expanded histopathology content, new color images, online image library and much more...to help you attain definitive diagnoses of internal diseases that manifest on the skin. Best of all, each chapter features an evidence-based approach to diagnosis and treatment so you know you can depend on the clinical recommendations presented.

 

Chan: Blistering Skin Diseases  

By Lawrence Chan

2009 (1st ed), 160 pages, 187 illus, $96 list

This book aims to provide the definitive guide to the diagnosis and treatment of various blistering skin diseases. It offers the reader a succinct clinical description for quick recognition of different types of blistering diseases and their relative urgency. It also provides information on the clinical features of blistering skin diseases, differential diagnoses, laboratory findings, and therapeutic strategy. There is also a section on pathogenesis to enhance the readers understanding on the molecular events underlying the blistering disease process.

 

Chilcott: Principles and Practice of Skin Toxicology    

By Robert Chilcott

2008 (1st ed), 392 pages, $140 list

Written by authorities in the field, this book provides a “bottom up” approach to studying skin toxicology. Principles and Practice of Skin Toxicology clearly outlines basic concepts, cites historical and modern references and contains a dictionary for easy reference. The inclusion of global legislation and regulatory aspects on the topic makes this a comprehensive review for every practitioner, clinical researcher in industry and academia, and MSc and PhD student of toxicology.

 

Del Rosso: Antibiotic Use in Dermatology , An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics  

By James Del Rosso

2009, 240 pages, $99 list

The topic of Antibiotic Use in Dermatology is reviewed in this issue of Dermatologic Clinics. Dr. James Del Rosso has assembled a panel of experts to pen articles on topics including Clinical Considerations in the Treatment of Acne Vulgaris and Other Inflammatory Skin Disorders, Topical Antibiotics in Dermatology, A Current Review of Topical Benzoyl Peroxide, Optimizing Use of Oral Antibiotics in Acne Vulgaris, How to Handle a CA-MRSA Outbreak, Atypical Mycobacterial Cutaneous Infections, Antibiotic Use in Sexually Transmissible Diseases, Use of Antibiotics for Non-Infectious Dermatologic Disorders When Antibiotics are Unnecessary, and Oral Antibiotic Drug Interactions of Clinical Significance to Dermatologists.

 

Dellavalle: Dermatologic Epidemiology and Public Health, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics    

By Robert Dellavelle

2009, 240 pages, $99 list

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics examines Dermatologic Epidemiology and Public Health. Guest Editor Robert Dellavalle has assembled a panel of world-class experts who offer reviews on topics including The Neglected Epidemiology and Public Health Problem of Dermatologic Disease, Health Disparities in Dermatology, Survey Research in Dermatology, Guidelines Development in Dermatology, Behavioral Research in Dermatology, Dermatologic Comorbidities, Registry Research in Dermatology, Teledermatology, Occupational Dermatology, Contact Dermatitis, Melanoma, and Interdisciplinary Dermatologic Public Health and Epidemiology Research.

 

 

Fine: Life with Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB): Etiology, Diagnosis, Multidisciplinary Care and Therapy     

By Jo-David Fine

2008 (1st ed), 338 pages, 120 illus, $139 list

This book deals with the treatment of this skin disease itself and its many extracutaneous complications. There is no previous book which has been focused on the therapy and it will be based on evidence-based data derived from the world´s largest cohort of inherited EB-patients, the American EB Registry. An important chapter will discuss gene therapy in hereditary EB which has been recently successfully performed within a localized skin site on a single EB patient as a proof-of-principle test. Given its unique collective contents, the monograph will provide the primary source for clinical informations of this oftentimes severe multiorgan disease.

 

Gawkrodger: Dermatology: An Illustrated Colour Text  

By David Gawkrodger

2007 (4th ed), 144 pages, 250 illus, $60 list

This concise textbook of dermatology is aimed at medical students, those preparing for the MRCP and MRCGP examinations and specialist nurses. The information is presented in a highly accessible format, using double page spreads for each topic. Extensive use of colour for both clinical photographs and graphics makes for a superb appearance. For review for examination preparation key point boxes are provided. In this fourth edition extensive revision has been made to the contents to reflect changes in the understanding of dermatological conditions at a molecular level and the changes in clinical practice. In addition the use of the internet for dermatological information by both doctors and patients is reviewed.

 

Ghosh: Atlas and Synopsis of Contact and Occupational Dermatology  

By Sanjay Ghosh

2009 (1st ed), 130 pages, $90 list

Ethnicity, easy readability and reasonably exhaustive information make this book a must for every patch test clinic. It will be a useful addition to the bookshelf of every postgraduate student and teacher of dermatology, more so those with a special interest in the subject.

 

Goodheart: Goodheart's Photoguide to Common Skin Disorders: Diagnosis and Management    

By Herbert Goodheart

2008 (3rd ed), 576 pages, 900 illus, $99 list

The second edition won first prize in dermatology in the annual British Medical Association Book Competition for 2004. The book focuses on the diagnosis and management of common problems that account for the majority of dermatologic complaints. The text describes distinguishing features of each disease to enable the health care provider to formulate a diagnosis. Thoroughly updated in its Third Edition, this reference manual takes a structured approach to each disease presenting accepted treatment options and alternatives in easy-to-understand language.

 

Graham-Brown: Dermatology: Fundamentals of Practice  

By Robin Graham-Brown

2008 (1st ed), 328 pages, 1100 illus, $83 list

DERMATOLOGY: FUNDAMENTALS OF PRACTICE helps with the diagnosis of skin symptoms using history, examination, incremental investigations and referral. Side effects of common medicines, treatments, and the social and psychological impact of skin problems are covered. The book also gives advice regarding the successful co-ordination of care with other primary care health professionals, dermatologists and other appropriate specialists, promotes patients' skin well-being, and helps physicians empower patients to look after their own health and manage the effects of their conditions.

 

Harth: Clinical Management in Psychodermatology     

By Wolfgang Harth

2008 (1st ed), 298 pages, 160 illus, $149 list

Psychocutaneous Medicine offers an overview of diseases in psychosomatic dermatology and creates a bridge between cutaneous and emotional disorders using extraordinary illustrations and clinical images of psychosomatic dermatology. It covers both common and rare diseases and helps doctors and psychologists recognize and deal with psychosocial features in dermatology and venerology. This superbly illustrated clinical atlas with concise text passages follows the American diagnosis classification DSM-V and current evidence-based guidelines. It allows rapid recognition of masked emotional disorders and thus administration of the most effective and efficient treatment as early as possible.

 

Hertl: Autoimmune Diseases of the Skin: Pathogenesis, Diagnosis, Management

By Michael Hertl

2010 (1st ed), 560 pages, $80 list

The book provides an overview and the latest information on the broad spectrum of cutaneous autoimmune disorders for clinicians, scientists and practitioners in dermatology, medicine, rheumatology, ENT, pediatrics and ophthalmology. The book is unique since it presents the state-of-the-art knowledge on pathophysiology, clinical diagnosis and management of these disorders provided by the world experts in the field. The primary intention is to broaden the understanding of the pathophysiology of cutaneous autoimmune disorders and to provide a practical guide to how to identify and handle these conditions. The book is illustrated with many tables, illustrative figures and clinical color photographs. The third edition has been thoroughly updated and extended by chapters on paraneoplastic cutaneous syndromes, atopic dermatitis and autoimmunity and Skin manifestations of rheumatic diseases.

 

Hyakusoku: Color Atlas of Burn Reconstructive Surgery

By Hiko Hyakusoku

2010 (1st ed), 349 pages, 367 illus, $249 list

In this up-to-date atlas, leading specialists in post-burn treatment and the reconstruction of post-burn scar contractures depict in detail not only surgical techniques but also a variety of advantageous wound treatments. Many new methods invented by the authors are presented. Operative techniques are depicted in detail, and clear guidance is provided on selection of the most appropriate flap surgery. Advice is also given on how to prevent permanently disabling restriction of joint movement as a result of contractures and how to achieve good aesthetic reconstruction.

 

 

Jackson: Differential Diagnosis for the Dermatologist  

By Scott Jackson

2008 (1st ed), 1342 pages, 112 illus, $99 list

This comprehensive and concise Handbook of Differential Diagnosis for the Dermatologist will shorten this process to a matter of seconds. Hundreds of dermatologic diagnoses, morphologic features, drug-induced disorders, extracutaneous manifestations, histologic findings, and random other findings are listed in alphabetical order and in a homogenous reader-friendly structure. The differential diagnosis for each disorder can be found under each diagnosis. Accompanied by a PDA version, this valuable and portable title enables dermatologists and those dealing with dermatologic diseases to find a correct diagnosis more rapidly.

 

James: Advances in Dermatology

By William James

2009 (1st ed), 268 pages, $116 list

What's new in pediatric dermatology; warts and molluscum in children; neurofibromatiosis-1 in childhood; pediatric dermatologic surgery: surgical approach to the cutenaeous features of tuberous sclerosis complex; surgical repair of the auricle; vascular endothelial cell adhesion and signaling during leukocyte recruitment; cutaneous biology of T cells; immunobiology and immunotherapy of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma; contact allergens of the year; immunomodulatory therapy for cutaneous manifestations of lupus; innovative treatments for chronic dermatitis; advances in prognostication of cutaneous malignant melanoma; diagnosis of keratinocytic neoplasia; in-vivo reflectance-mode confocal scanning laser microscopy in dermatology.

 

Johnson: Fitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology  

By Richard A Johnson

2009 (6th ed), 1104 pages, 1000 illus, $75 list

This bestselling atlas provides the full-color photographs and essential information physicians need to diagnose and treat virtually any type of dermatologic problem - from rashes and skin lesions to hair and nail problems. A true quick-reference clinical guide, the book features high-quality images side-by-side with information about the illness. For each condition, there are one or two color photographs along with salient points of epidemiology, history, physical exam, differential diagnosis, laboratory and special examinations, disease course and up-to-date treatments.

 

Kaplan: Urticaria and Angioedema

By Allen Kaplan

2009 (2nd ed), 400 pages, 80 illus, $230 list

Satisfying both the clinician and the investigator, Urticaria and Angioedema, Second Edition chronicles the current body of knowledge in the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of urticaria. Written by experts who have extensive personal clinical experience with the disease, this expanded and revised text aids allergists, dermatologists, and clinical immunologists in understanding the pathomechanisms involved in urticaria to ensure appropriate diagnosis and follow-through treatment.

 

 

Kempf: Dermatopathology  

By Werner Kempf

2008 (1st ed), 300 pages, 242 illus, $159 list

This book provides an introduction to the principles of dermatopathology, aimed primarily at dermatologists and pathologists in training, but useful for a wide audience. Everyone interested in dermatopathology will profit from combined knowledge of 4 experienced dermatopathologists, uniform structure approach concentrating on common diagnoses, logical presentation of clinical and histological features, large clearly labeled illustrations, clues for differential diagnostic considerations. All pictures are in color, printed on high-quality paper, clearly labeled and designed to help every reader become skilled at identifying both patterns and specific diagnostic features rapidly. A dermatopathology designed to be used, not just read – written by practitioners for daily practice.

 

Koo: Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis     

By John Koo

2008 (2nd ed), 300 pages, 200 illus, $230 list

Using a practical and problem-focused approach, this updated, full-color Second Edition of Mild-to-Moderate Psoriasis equips dermatologists, internists, family practitioners, and residents with a state-of-the-art guide to the clinical management of mild-to-moderate psoriasis. Written by an international team of key opinion leaders, this resource explores new treatments for the condition and provides clinicians with up-to-date management strategies for optimum patient management.

 

 

Koo: Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis   

By John Koo

2008 (3rd ed), 300 pages, 80 illus, $230 list

Written by experts in the dermatology field, the new Third Edition of Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis discusses the current use of biologics and new pharmacologic and phototherapy treatments for moderate-to-severe psoriasis. With 80 high quality color figures and full color throughout, this stand-alone text emphasizes safe and effective treatments for the psoriasis patient that are perfect for the dermatologist in daily practice.

 

Krause: Cutaneous Manifestations of Endocrine Diseases     

By Walter Krause

2008 (1st ed), 198 pages, 100 illus, $99 list

Lavishly illustrated, this clinical guide describes the clinical and histological features of skin lesions observed in endocrine diseases. Written in the language of dermatologists in order to enable a simple association between the features observed and the endocrine etiology, and with its reader-friendly format, this book will support dermatologists and endocrinologists alike, both in finding the cause of the disease and in making the correct diagnosis.

 

 

Krieg: Therapy of Skin Diseases     

By Thomas Krieg

2009 (1st ed), 500 pages, 50 illus, $200 list

Based on the understanding of the molecular basis of skin diseases, this truly international book supports the reader to understand the mode of action of new and established therapies. Thus, by explaining the molecular pathology with its applications for therapy, it provides the reader with an up-to-date knowledge of the therapy of skin disease and helps to understand ongoing and new developments in the field. Written and edited by international and renowned dermatology experts from Europe, America and Asia, it also includes regional concepts of therapies.

 

Krutmann: Dermatological Phototherapy and Photodiagnostic Methods     

By Jean Krutmann

2008 (2nd ed), 448 pages, 55 illus, $139 list

Edited by internationally renowned experts, the new edition offers up-to-date, comprehensive and clinically relevant information on every aspect of photodiagnostic and phototherapy. The book is structured in following parts:Photochemotherapy in daily practice, special phototherapeutic modalities and photoprotection in daily practice. Due to the detailed structure this new edition is even more reader-friendly and has a strong focus on clinical aspects. It includes: Guidelines for the treatment selections of specific diseases, practical guidelines for phototherapy with information about basic principles of photobiology, standardized test protocols for photodermatoses and diagnosis for skin tumors.

 

Lotti: International Dermatology, An Issue of Dermatologic Clinics  

By Torello Lotti

2008 (1st ed), 240 pages, 50 illus, $99 list

This issue of Dermatologic Clinics focuses on three aspects of international dermatology: 1) selected concepts in international dermatology, 2) regional dermatology in the global village, and 3) global dermatology for developing countries. Some key articles included are on dermatology in the stream of human mobile population tragedy; international exchange programs in dermatology; paracoccidioidomycosis; skin tuberculosis in children; and dermatovenereology in the post-communist era.

 

 

Mann: Handbook of Dermatology: A Practical Manual      

By Margaret Mann

2009 (1st ed), 320 pages, 250 illus, $55 list

Because dermatology is a complex visual specialty that mixes medical and surgical approaches to management, trainees need fast access to a wide range of material. This concise new reference uses tables, algorithms, protocols, guidelines, and staging and scoring systems to present succinct guidance on best-practice patient care. Structured around three components -- medical, surgical, and pharmacological -- the book consolidates the core Board exam information residents most often look up. Handbook of Dermatology: A Practical Manual  was road-tested as it was developed to ensure usefulness for dermatology residents, dermatologists, and family physicians.

 

McMichael: Hair and Scalp Diseases: Medical, Surgical, and Cosmetic Treatments     

By Amy McMichael

2008 (1st ed), 336 pages, 200 illus, $200 list

This text is a comprehensive guide to the treatment of scalp and hair disorders, concentrating on ethnicity, hair type, and hair morphology. It discusses treatments that go beyond accepted US and international guidelines and the use of off-label medications in case-sensitive scenarios.

 

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Morgan: Deadly Dermatologic Diseases: Clinicopathologic Atlas and Text

By Michael Morgan, Bruce R Smoller, Stephen C Somach and M A Everett

2007 (1st ed), 194 pages, 167 illus, $125 list

The central theme entails disorders capable of directly or indirectly causing death of the patient.  The book is organized around serious cutaneous malignancies including melanoma; life-threatening or emerging infectious pathogens including anthrax and smallpox; endocrinologic disorders such as myxedema or calciphylaxis; and autoimmune disorders and inborn errors of metabolism such as scleroderma and hemochromatosis.

 

 

Otley: Skin Disease in Organ Transplantation   

By Clark Otley

2008 (1st ed), 364 pages, $185 list

The potent systemic immunosuppression therapy necessary to sustain a life-saving solid organ transplant is associated with many adverse cutaneous effects. This is the first scholarly compilation of the knowledge base surrounding the care of solid organ transplant recipients with dermatologic diseases. Supplemented with dozens of full-color photographs, Skin Disease in Organ Transplantation brings together decades of knowledge into a cohesive format. It is an outstanding resource for transplant providers and dermatologists to determine the optimal diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the problems of cutaneous disease in organ transplant recipients.

 

 

Paech: Compendium of Surface Microscopic and Dermoscopic Features

By Volker Paech

2008 (1st ed), 150 pages, 195 illus, $139 list

This unique guide provides a comprehensive, current, and accurate A-Z encyclopaedia to clarify the meaning of surface microscopic and dermoscopic terminology including a broad range of both melanocytic and non-melanocytic skin lesions. It will support dermatologists, histopathologists and all other physicians in charge of a biopsy and excision decision.

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Picardo: Vitiligo

By Mauro Picardo

2010 (1st ed), 486 pages, 161 illus, $219 list

Up to now, clinical guidelines for the treatment of vitiligo were non-existent. In order to fill this void, this textbook defines and gives a complete overview of the disease, both regarding the classification of differential diagnosis as well as the treatment. Written by the most authoritative experts in the field, all therapy recommendations are based on new evidence-based guidelines. It includes case studies with illustrations before and after the treatment in order to demonstrate the treatment success. This textbook will be a valuable resource for all physicians who are seeing patients with this disease.

 

Powell: Rosacea: Diagnosis and Management  

By Frank Powell

2008 (1st ed), 200 pages, $100 list

This new guide provides physicians with the most current treatments to help alleviate the problems of facial redness in rosacea. Covering the structure and function of normal skin, this book also provides the basis for understanding the abnormalities that occur in these disorders and describes the different conditions that can result in facial redness. The physiological underpinnings of rosacea are not clear; this new book demystifies this disease and provides physicians with a better understanding and the ability to improve patient outcomes. With more than 10% of the patient population diagnosed with rosacea, this new, up-to-date guide on the topic is a critical addition to any physician’s library.

 

Puri: Nail Atlas: A Clinical Approach  

By KJPS Puri

2009 (1st ed), 138 pages, $100 list

The book provides a unique compilation of authors 25 year experience in the field of dermatology. It reflects a colossal view on patterns of nail disturbances and pathophysiological conditions. It presents lucid, clear and excellent photographs accompanied by short description of each disease condition. Its chapters are arranged in a logical sequence for easy comprehension of the subject.

 

Revuz: Life-Threatening Dermatoses and Emergencies in Dermatology  

By Jean Revuz

2009 (1st ed), 329 pages, 176 illus, $129 list

This book covers all cutaneous emergencies and life threatening dermatoses, as well as true and false emergencies in the dermatologic office. It provides treatment advice for the management of major life threatening dermatoses, such as severe infections, severe drug eruptions and bullous diseases. In addition, it describes the manifestations in acutely ill patients in the ICU, as well as severe cutaneous manifestations occurring during pregnancy, after sun exposure, in cold weather, as a result of extreme poverty, and in other situations. With diagnostic clues, reader-friendly charts and clinical photographs, this clinical guide will not only benefit the hospital-based dermatologist, but will also be a helpful guide for non-dermatologists, such as ER and ICU physicians.

 

Ruggieri: Neurocutaneous Disorders: Phakomatoses & Hamartoneoplastic Syndromes  

By Martino Ruggieri

2008 (1st ed), 1070 pages, 234 illus, $399 list

The book provides an authoritative source of knowledge about these difficult problems and bridges the gap between clinical recognition and the new molecular medicine. The editors, distinguished clinicians and geneticists, assembled an internationally renowned group of collaborators, many of them the experts who first described a particular disorder or established its present accepted definition. They have written a practical, comprehensive guide to the recognition, investigation and management of more than 60 recognised phakomatoses.

 

Rycroft: A Colour Handbook of Dermatology                

By Richard Rycroft

2009 (2nd ed), 256 pages, 450 illus, $50 list

A ready reference for the dermatologist and non-dermatologist alike, this colour handbook also provides a short intensive course in dermatology for the beginner, for whom a glossary of dermatological terms is included, illustrated by line drawings. The author/editor combination is supported by clinicians at the world-renowned St. John's Institute, who provide material on their specialist topics.

 

Schwarzenberger: General Dermatology: Requisites in Dermatology    

By Kathryn Schwarzenberger

2008 (1st ed), 444 pages, $130 list

This title in the Requisites in Dermatology series is the perfect resource for quick reference and rapid review in general dermatology. It succinctly presents all of the most essential clinical and foundational knowledge you need for certification, recertification, or practice. An extremely user-friendly full-color format, replete with full-color clinical photographs and other pertinent illustrations, makes it easy to locate and read up on any topic. Plus, full-text online access lets you consult the book from any computer, download all of the images, watch online lectures, and more.

 

Singh: Tropical Dermatopathology

By Manoj Singh

2004 (1st ed), 302 pages, $110 list

Focuses on disorders of dermatology associated with tropical and subtropical regions, particularly infectious diseases.

 

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Sover: Color Atlas of Melanocytic Lesions of the Skin
By Hans Peter Soyer, Giuseppe Argenziano, Rainer Hofmann-Wellenhof and Robert H Johr

2007 (1st ed), 334 pages, 300 illus, $119 list

The core of this book is an atlas with excellent clinical, dermoscopic and histopathologic images on melanocytic nevi, various types of melanomas and relevant other pigmented skin tumors including basal-cell carcinomas.

 

Taylor: Dermatology for Skin of Color  

By Susan Taylor

2009 (1st ed), 784 pages, $169 list

Dermatology for Skin of Color presents everything you need to know about treating patients with moderately to heavily pigmented skin. It begins with basic science, from the development of the skin to the biology of hair and nails, and proceeds to the nuances of diagnosis and treatments. All dermatologic problems are covered, as are other diseases with significant skin manifestations; cosmetic dermatology is included, as well.

 

Weinberg: Treatment of Psoriasis (Milestones in Drug Therapy)

By Jeffrey Weinberg

2008 (1st ed), 183 pages, 2 illus, $159 list

The book reviews the clinical manifestations of these two entities. The main focus is on the evolving paradigm of therapy. Topical and ultraviolet therapy are discussed first, followed by traditional systemic therapy. A major focus is on biologic therapies. New agents in development are also reviewed. The book concludes with an evaluation of the quality of life impact of this disease.This volume provides an in-depth overview of the current state of psoriasis and its management. It is of interest to clinicians, researchers, and even patients who wish to learn more. It is also of interest to those in the pharmaceutical industry, and those in finance who cover the pharmaceutical field.

 

Weller: Clinical Dermatology  

By Richard Weller

2008 (4th ed), 440 pages, 500 illus, $80 list

Clinical Dermatology contains over 500 high quality pictures and diagrams matched with many colourful phrases to illustrate and entertain as it teaches. It has established a reputation as a 'way of learning' and as a cogent overview of the subject for the aspiring specialist. Readers are guided through the maze that too often lies between the presenting skin complaint and its final diagnosis and treatment. The authors have created an easily read text with enough detail to clarify the subject but not enough to obscure it.

 

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Williams: Evidence-Based Dermatology

By Hywel Williams, Michael Bigby, Thomas Diepgen, Andrew Herxheimer, Luigi Naldi, and Berthold Rzany

2008 (2nd ed), 744 pages, $300

Written and edited by some of the world’s leading experts in evidence-based dermatology, it takes a highly evidence-based approach to the treatment of all major and many of the less common skin conditions.  Treatment recommendations which are based on the discussion of the best available evidence using a question-driven approach and a common structure on dealing with efficacy, drawbacks and implications for clinical practice.

 

Wolff: Fitzpatrick's Color Atlas and Synopsis of Clinical Dermatology    

By Klaus Wolff

2009 (6th ed), 1104 pages, 100 illus, $75 list

Covering the full range of conditions, from rashes, to skin lesions and disorders of the hair, nail, and mucosa, Fitzpatrick's is a unique combination of text, clinical reference, and color atlas-one that gives you the best quality and most varied photographs of skin disorders available anywhere. The book features a consistent format featuring key facts pertaining to epidemiology, clinical manifestations, physical exam, diagnosis, and treatment, each paired with several clear photographs to show how the condition appears-plus boxed overviews of each disease category with severity-specific icons.

 

Zuberbier: Urticaria and Angioedema    

By Torsten Zuberbier

2010 (1st ed), 250 pages, 50 illus, $129 list

This book provides a practical and comprehensive review of all types and aspects of urticaria and angioedema important to the clinician. Its content is completely up-to-date, taking into consideration both current guidelines and all recent literature. This clinical guide highlights current knowledge about pathophysiology, and focuses on the clinically relevant aspects of diagnosis and treatment. It also includes a full range of standard operating procedures, as well as patient information leaflets in a copy-ready format, thus offering invaluable assistance in the daily practical management of urticaria patients. This book provides indispensable assistance to all physicians specializing in dermatology, allergy, internal medicine, pediatrics and general medicine.

 

 

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