Abstract

The Unofficial Guide to Paediatrics is unique in that it is the only textbook that covers core subject summaries, examination practice, practical skills, career opportunities and clinical cases all in one place. It does this through 1000+ colour images and illustrations, 200+ multiple choice questions, and 60+ real life clinical cases to bring paediatrics to life. The contributors range from Professors of Paediatrics, to medical students, to teachers, nurses, and midwifes, meaning the book has influences from a truly multidisiplinary team at all stages of training. This book has relevance beyond examinations, for post graduate further education and as a day-to-day reference for professionals. With extensive collaboration from renowned academics and specialists, the content is reliable and based on up-to-date evidence.
In the wonderful world of paediatrics, this is a wonderful resource for students, junior doctors, and paediatric trainees alike - or anyone looking for a simple and reliable complement to learning from the literature and clinical encounter. The development and success of this has been no child's play - one might even say, it's a milestone of an achievement!: Beryl Lin, President University of New South Wales Medical Society: If knowledge is to be pulled together in a textbook, then every effort should be made to make that knowledge as relevant and accessible to the reader as possible, and that is what the Unofficial Guide to Paediatrics achieves: Dr Simon Broughton PhD FRCPCH, Consultant Paediatrician, Kings College NHS Foundation Trust: Senior Lecturer Kings College London (Course Director, MSc in Advanced Paediatrics). Training Programme Director: The first edition of the 'Unofficial Guide to Paediatrics' is a delight. It is a new kind of paediatrics textbook for a new generation of students and professionals learning about child health and clinical paediatrics. Its quality will ensure its position alongside the very best resources available for supporting those trying to improve health care for children worldwide: Dr Dan Magnus, Consultant Paediatric Emergency Medicine, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, International Child Health Group Convenor, RCPCH