Fischer's Mastery of Surgery

Fischers Mastery of Surgery, the eighth edition, is a comprehensive surgical textbook that provides expert, highly illustrated coverage of procedures for general surgeons and trainees. It includes two full-color volumes with clear, step-by-step depictions and descriptions of procedures, as well as evidence-based approaches and extensive coverage of common thoracic, breast, esophageal, endocrine, colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, liver, biliary, vascular, and transplantation procedures. The book also features new sections on perioperative care and critical care, abdominal core health, trauma, burn, and acute care surgery, and pediatric surgery. With over 2,600 illustrations and photographs, it offers a surgeons-eye-view of the most advanced approaches.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 2810 pages
Publication date: 08 November 2023
Publisher: Wolters Kluwer Health

For over four decades, Fischers Mastery of Surgery has been a trusted and comprehensive resource for general surgeons and trainees alike, offering expert, highly illustrated coverage of the essential procedures they need to know. The fully revised eighth edition, under the editorial guidance of a distinguished panel of experts, including Drs. E. Christopher Ellison, Gilbert R. Upchurch Jr., Philip A. Efron, Steven D. Wexner, Nancy D. Perrier, V. Suzanne Klimberg, John H. Stewart IV, Valerie W. Rusch, Jon C. Gould, Susan Galandiuk, Timothy M. Pawlik, William C. Chapman, Benjamin K. Poulose, Peter K. Henke, Alicia M. Mohr, Saleem Islam, Anne M.R. Agur, Carol Scott-Conner, and David Renton, continues this legacy of excellence.

This comprehensive two-volume set encompasses the essentials of diagnosis, anatomy, and pre-operative planning, while maintaining a strong emphasis on clear, step-by-step depictions and descriptions of procedures. It ensures that readers are up to date with evidence-based approaches for virtually any surgery they may be called upon to perform.

With extensive coverage (including select procedural videos) of common thoracic, breast, esophageal, endocrine, colorectal, gastric, pancreatic, liver, biliary, vascular, and transplantation procedures across 311 chapters, Fischers Mastery of Surgery provides a comprehensive and detailed overview of the field. The book includes new sections on perioperative care and critical care, abdominal core health, trauma, burn, and acute care surgery, as well as pediatric surgery. Additionally, it features new Mastery Keys anatomy chapters to enhance the learning experience.

Throughout the text, readers are guided step by step through each procedure, with valuable tips and cautions provided by renowned surgeons. Expert editorial commentary concludes each chapter, placing the material in a broader context and offering insightful critiques of the most recent literature.

Over 2,600 illustrations and photographs, meticulously crafted to offer a surgeons-eye-view of the most advanced approaches, further enrich the reading experience. Whether you are a novice or an experienced surgeon, Fischers Mastery of Surgery is an invaluable resource that will enhance your knowledge, skill, and confidence in performing surgical procedures.

By investing in this comprehensive textbook, you will gain a deeper understanding of surgical principles, improve your surgical decision-making, and deliver optimal patient care. So, whether you are preparing for board exams, residency training, or simply seeking to advance your surgical knowledge, Fischers Mastery of Surgery is the ultimate companion for your surgical journey.

Weight: 8190g
Dimension: 237 x 294 x 118 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781975176433
Edition number: 8 ed