CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment Surgery, 15th Edition is a trusted, practical guide that delivers concise, evidence-based coverage of the diagnosis and management of surgical disorders. Designed for medical students, surgical residents, and practicing clinicians, this comprehensive resource focuses on the essential principles of modern surgery, combining foundational knowledge with real-world clinical application.
Updated to reflect the latest advances in surgical practice, this edition covers a wide range of topics including preoperative evaluation, trauma, critical care, gastrointestinal surgery, vascular surgery, endocrine surgery, breast surgery, and minimally invasive techniques. Each chapter provides clear guidance on diagnosis, treatment planning, operative decision-making, and postoperative management.
Known for its streamlined format and clinically relevant approach, the book emphasizes practical patient care rather than lengthy theoretical discussions. High-yield tables, illustrations, algorithms, and evidence-based recommendations help readers quickly access the information needed for clinical rotations, surgical training, board preparation, and everyday practice.
Whether you’re learning the fundamentals of surgery or seeking a reliable point-of-care reference, CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment Surgery, 15th Edition offers an efficient and up-to-date overview of contemporary surgical management.
Why This Book Is Highly Valued
Part of the renowned CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment series, this book is widely respected for its ability to present complex surgical concepts in a concise, clinically focused format. It serves as a bridge between large surgical textbooks and quick-reference guides, making it an invaluable resource for both learning and practice.
Unlike many surgery references that emphasize operative techniques alone, this book covers the entire continuum of surgical care—from diagnosis and preoperative assessment to operative planning and postoperative management. Its evidence-based approach ensures that readers stay current with modern surgical standards and best practices.
The combination of practical guidance, expert authorship, and broad surgical coverage has made this text a trusted resource for generations of surgeons, residents, and medical students worldwide.
What You’ll Learn
- Principles of surgical diagnosis and patient evaluation
- Preoperative assessment and perioperative management
- Trauma and surgical critical care fundamentals
- Management of gastrointestinal, endocrine, vascular, and breast disorders
- Modern minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgical approaches
- Postoperative care and complication management
- Evidence-based treatment strategies for common surgical conditions
- Clinical decision-making in surgical practice
Who This Book Is For
- Medical students during surgical rotations
- Surgical residents and trainees
- General surgeons and practicing clinicians
- Emergency medicine physicians
- Physician assistants and nurse practitioners in surgery
- Healthcare professionals preparing for surgical board examinations
Product Details
- By: Gerard M. Doherty, MD
- Edition: 15th Edition
- Published: 2020
- Language: English
- Pages: 4214 pages
Format & Access
- Format: Digital PDF
- Access: Instant access after purchase
- Compatibility: Desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
This book is intended for educational and professional reference purposes only.
It does not replace formal clinical training or professional medical judgment.
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