Tumor Board Review, Second Edition

Tumor Board Review, Second Edition
Author: Robert F. Todd (III)
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2015-02-12
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1620700603

Praise for the First Edition ÏAs everyone in oncology fellowship training knows, there is a huge [information] gap in this field. Most oncology books are massive and loaded with information÷by the time the book is [published] it is outdated. [Tumor Board Review] is fresh and just out of the oven÷I havenÌt seen any book in oncology like this so far÷I think my investment in this book was wise and worth it. Humaid Al-Shamsi, MB(Hon), BMedSc, MRCP(UK), FRCP, FACP, Assistant Professor, The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center Culling the knowledge and expertise of respected oncology specialists, this is a concise yet comprehensive review of all areas of oncology practice for medical oncologists, radiation oncologists, and pathologists both students and practitioners. The second edition of Tumor Board Review has been thoroughly revised to encompass recent scientific advances in assessment and treatment, new clinical guidelines, and new FDA-approved drugs and indications. It also contains approximately 250 multiple-choice questions and answers to assist readers in testing their knowledge, especially those preparing for the MOC exam. The book features case presentations and evidence-based management discussions that clearly demonstrate how to apply new information in daily practice. In a consistent format, each chapter addresses epidemiology, risk factors, natural history, and pathology of each major organ-specific tumor type an abbreviated display of relevant staging and several Ïtumor board styleÓ illustrative patient case studies. This is followed by an evidence-based case discussion, which reinforces current guidelines and explains the rationale for the diagnostic and therapeutic steps taken. Algorithms and decision-tree graphics further illuminate the decision process. New To The Second Edition of Tumor Board Review: Presents the most recent guidelines and management standards in user-friendly format Focuses on current indications, use of new drugs, and new treatment of side effects Includes new FDA-approved drugs and guidelines Offers approximately 250 multiple-choice questions and answers

Tumor Board Review

Tumor Board Review
Author: Robert F. Todd
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Total Pages: 377
Release: 2011-10-19
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 193628717X

Tumor Board Reviews provides comprehensive coverage of all topics in oncology. Each of the 32 chapters focuses on a specific major disease. A brief overview of epidemiology and risk factors is followed by a sequence of specific presentations organized by tumors stage or disease classification. Each discussion features a case presentation that mimics the format of a tumor board presentation and thus illustrates key diagnostic and management decisions. There is also a discussion of the evidence that supports the clinical management decisions taken in the case, based on current expert panel guidelines. Algorithms and decision tree graphics are used extensively to provide visual support of the decision process. The combination of case presentations and evidence-based management discussions make this volume a unique tool for keeping current with clinical guidelines and provides the reader with a clear understanding of applications of new information for use in daily practice.

Oncology Board Review, Third Edition

Oncology Board Review, Third Edition
Author: Francis P. Worden, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 543
Release: 2021-11-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826147496

Now in its third edition, Oncology Board Review: Blueprint Study Guide and Q&A is designed to help you prepare for the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) Medical Oncology Certification Exam. This comprehensive digital resource has been revised to include new treatment regimens, clinical guidelines, and other advancements impacting the field as well as updated board-style Q&A. Dedicated sections cover hematological malignancies and solid tumors with a templated chapter approach highlighting epidemiology, etiology and risk factors, diagnostic criteria, staging, signs and symptoms of the disease, prognostic factors, indications for treatment, and special considerations. Later sections address other topics found on the exam, including cancer genetics and tumor biology, supportive and palliative care, bone marrow transplantation, and biostatistics. With more than 240 practice questions and detailed rationales, Oncology Board Review gives you the tools to study your way and the confidence to pass the first time! Key Features: Aligns with the latest ABIM Medical Oncology Certification Exam blueprint Provides a comprehensive yet concise review of all hematologic malignancies and solid tumors Covers anticancer therapies, clinical research methodology, survivorship and palliative care, and more areas found on the exam Revised to include new treatment recommendations and FDA approvals Includes end-of-chapter assessment questions with detailed rationales - a total of more than 240 questions throughout

Oncology Board Review, Second Edition

Oncology Board Review, Second Edition
Author: Francis P. Worden, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 494
Release: 2017-05-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1617052922

Print version of the book includes free access to the app (web, iOS, and Android), which offers interactive Q&A review plus the entire text of the print book! Please note the app is included with print purchase only. Oncology Board Review: Blueprint Study Guide and Q&A is a concise, outline-based study guide covering the topics that appear on the Medical Oncology Certification Exam. This second edition has been thoroughly revised to include new treatment regimens, clinical guidelines, and other updates impacting the field and reflected on the test. The book includes all topics listed in the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) blueprint as essential material for the Medical Oncology Certification Exam. The coverage spans all hematologic malignancies and solid tumors, beginning with the epidemiology, and followed by the etiology and risk factors of the disease, staging, signs and symptoms, diagnostic criteria, indications for treatment, prognostic factors, treatment recommendations, and special considerations. Later chapters review other major subspecialty areas found on the exam including cancer genetics and tumor biology, supportive and palliative care, bone marrow transplantation, and biostatistics. Each chapter includes key points summarized in digestible bullets for easy recall and self-assessment. And, now containing over 230 board style questions with answers and detailed rationales, Oncology Board Review, Second Edition is the go-to, quick review for any trainee preparing for initial certification and for oncologists preparing for recertification. New to this Edition: Includes over 230 board style questions and answers with rationales New chapter on Bone Marrow Transplantation Thoroughly updated and revised chapters with all new treatment recommendations and FDA approvals for solid tumors and hematologic malignancies included.

Devita, Hellman, and Rosenberg's Cancer

Devita, Hellman, and Rosenberg's Cancer
Author: Govindan
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 641
Release: 2012
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 145111639X

Based on: DeVita, Hellman, and Rosenberg's cancer / editors, Vincent T. DeVita Jr., Theodore S. Lawrence, Steven A. Rosenberg. 9th ed. c2011.

Breast Care Certification Review

Breast Care Certification Review
Author: Connie Henke Yarbro
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2020-02-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1284221172

Breast Care Certification Review, Second Edition is the ultimate learning package to help prepare oncology nurses become certified in caring for patients with breast cancer. It provides numerous practice questions with answer rationales making it the essential guide for nurses planning to sit for the Certified Breast Care Nurse (CBCN) exam.

Hematology Rapid Review

Hematology Rapid Review
Author: Utkarsh Acharya
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2021-09-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1975153499

Face the hematology board certification with confidence! Hematology Rapid Review, created and edited by Drs. Utkarsh H. Acharya and Tejaswini Dhawale, is a conveniently portable and effective review tool that helps learners at all levels prepare for this challenging exam. Sturdy, full-colored, flash cards provide an efficient and focused review anytime, anywhere.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review, Fourth Edition

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review, Fourth Edition
Author: Sara J Cuccurullo, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 1040
Release: 2019-10-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826134572

Note to Readers: Publisher does not guarantee quality or access to any included digital components if book is purchased through a third-party seller. Praise for the Third Edition: “The author has done it again, producing an excellent, concise resource that provides clinicians with an optimal solution for studying for the written board examination." © Doody’s Review Service, 2015, Alan Anschel, MD (Shirley Ryan AbilityLab) This fourth edition of the incomparable review bible for the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Examination has been thoroughly updated to reflect current practice and the core knowledge tested on the exam. Recognized for its organization, consistency, and clarity through editions, the book distills the essentials and provides focused reviews of all major PM&R topics including stroke, traumatic brain injury, musculoskeletal medicine, spinal cord injuries, pain management, and more. Every chapter in the fourth edition has been rigorously evaluated and refreshed to ensure that the information is accurate and up to date. Sections on cancer treatment and rehabilitation, rheumatologic disease, and ultrasound have been significantly upgraded to incorporate new board requirements and changes in criteria for diagnosis and management. Written in outline format for easy access to information, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Board Review, Fourth Edition is modeled on the content blueprint for the Self-Assessment Examination for Residents (SAE-R) used by residents nationwide. Board pearls are indicated with an open-book icon to highlight key concepts and flag important clinical and board-eligible aspects of each topic. The topics are divided into major subspecialty areas written by author teams with clinical expertise in the subject and reviewed by senior specialists in each area. More than 500 signature illustrations—now with color added—clarify and reinforce concepts. In addition to its proven value as the primary resource for Board preparation and MOC, the book is also a trusted clinical reference for day-to-day practice needs. New to the Fourth Edition: Thoroughly reviewed, revised, and updated to reflect current practice and core knowledge tested on Boards Significant upgrades to ultrasound content Expanded sections on cancer treatments and rehabilitation along with rheumatologic guidelines and treatments, including new criteria for diagnosis Addition of color to highlight artwork and content areas Key Features: Board "Pearls" are highlighted with an open-book icon to flag key concepts and stress high-yield aspects of each topic Covers all topics on the content outlipne for the Self-Assessment Examination for Residents (SAE-R) used by residents nationwide Authored by physicians with special interest and expertise in their respective areas and reviewed by senior specialists in those areas Organizes information in outline format and by topic for easy reference Includes over 500 detailed illustrations to clarify concepts Provides updated epidemiologic and statistical data throughout

Tumor Board Review

Tumor Board Review
Author: Francis P. Worden, MD
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 583
Release: 2022-08-10
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0826145981

Now in its 3rd edition, Tumor Board Review: Evidence-Based Case Reviews and Questions is the most comprehensive clinical case review book in the field. With hands-on input from current fellows and oncologists, this new edition has been enhanced and reformatted for greater efficiency and practicality. The review covers all disease-site areas in oncology and features a wide variety of board-style questions pivotal in helping fellows and oncologists prepare for both the ABIM medical oncology board exam and maintenance of certification (MOC) assessments. Evidence-based discussions of difficult patient cases offer an in-depth and accurate depiction of what is discussed at tumor boards and foster critical thinking essential for clinical practice. Patient cases also highlight impactful treatment decisions that include newly approved immunotherapies and targeted therapies. Each chapter contains digestible essentials for each case, including a summary of diagnosis, molecular and genomic testing, treatment options, toxicity considerations, follow-up, and survivorship. Each chapter ends with high-yield multiple-choice questions including answers and detailed rationales ensuring readers are well-equipped with the knowledge they need to make well-informed, individualized treatment decisions. Tumor Board Review: Evidence-Based Case Review and Questions is an essential case-based reference for anyone working in oncology. Key Features: Describes more than 120 patient cases, including locally advanced and metastatic cases for each major disease site Contains 300 board-style questions and answers related to case reviews Includes new advances in diagnosis and therapy, with a greater emphasis on immunotherapies, cancer genomics, and precision-based targeted therapies Provides essentials for toxicity considerations, follow-up, and survivorship considerations

Cancer Rehabilitation

Cancer Rehabilitation
Author: Michael O'Dell, MD
Publisher: Demos Medical Publishing
Total Pages: 1130
Release: 2009-04-22
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1935281380

A Doody's Core Title 2012 This new comprehensive reference provides a state-of-the-art overview of the principles of cancer care and best practices for restoring function and quality of life to cancer survivors. Authored by some of the world« leading cancer rehabilitation experts and oncology specialists, the principles section provides primer level discussions of the various cancer types and their assessment and management. The practice section thoroughly explores the identification, evaluation, and treatment of specific impairments and disabilities that result from cancer and the treatment of cancer.This groundbreaking volume enables the entire medical team to provide superior care that results in a better quality of life for cancer survivors. Features include: Multi-specialty editorship and authorship from physiatry, oncology, physical therapy, occupational therapy,and related disciplines. Focus on therapeutic management of cancer-related impairments and complications. In-depth treatment of the medical, neurologic, musculoskeletal, and general rehabilitation issues specific to this patient population.