The primary care physician, at the forefront of the care pathway, responsible for and a key player in the initial diagnosis, treatment, and/or referral of the patient, must deal with extremely varied and often complex situations. In all circumstances, they must demonstrate not only knowledge but also interpersonal skills and practical expertise.
Intended to help him in this mission, This practical guide describes in detail 100 essential situations encountered in the daily practice of a general practitioner.These scenarios cover diverse fields such as the doctor-patient relationship, repair, screening, prescription, minor surgery, diabetes management, risk assessment, general health issues, headaches, earaches, and infant gastroenteritis. It offers concrete, clear, and precise answers to the questions practitioners ask and guides them in their decision-making.
This practical guide, richly illustrated and documented, offers a large number of diagnostic trees, summary tables, boxes, and key points for quick access to the information sought.Written for family doctors and those aspiring to become one, it draws on the continuing education for general practitioners offered at the Strasbourg Faculty of Medicine. It is the result of all the requests and questions raised by these doctors during the training sessions.
Online content including over 150 multiple-choice questions and clinical cases will also allow readers to self-assess and test themselves on real-life cases..
This book, designed to meet the needs of general practitioners, will also be of interest to young interns and medical students who will find all the information essential to their daily practice.
This article was modified on March 5, 2016