NEJM Clinical Problem Solving Book

Expert clinical problem-solving methods and guidance—from the editors and contributors of the New England Journal of Medicine

This invaluable resource from the New England Journal of Medicine expertly addresses methods and challenges in clinical diagnosis. Including the peer-reviewed content of the NEJM’s renowned “Clinical Problem Solving” feature, this powerful resource is packed with case discussions from both ambulatory and hospital practice.

Each Case Presentation reveals thought-provoking clinical and laboratory clues as the diagnostic considerations begin to emerge. Subsequent clinical detail and discussion and expert analysis add to the diagnostic picture until a final clinical diagnosis is reached.

New England Journal of Medicine: Clinical Problem-Solving features:

• Published cases drawn from the New England Journal of Medicine reflecting actual patient-management situations that physicians experience in their everyday clinical practice
• Two brand new, never-before-published chapters on medical decision-making skills and methods
• Wide-ranging coverage of the major considerations in each case, from underlying pathophysiology to signs from the physical examination to lab testing strategies
• More than 100 full-color illustrations, tables, and algorithms
• Meticulously selected references that open up avenues for further study
• And much more!

From cover to cover, New England Journal of Medicine: Clinical Problem-Solving presents the best case analysis, diagnostic thought processes, and problem-solving— direct from master clinicians.

Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH is Associate Professor of Medicine, University of Michigan School of Medicine

Jeffrey Drazen, MD is editor and chief of NEJM and Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School

Caren Solomon, MD, MPH is Deputy Editor of NEJM and Associate Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School

Doody Review Services

Reviewer:Sally Ling, M.D.;FACP(University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine)
Description:Previously published cases in the "Clinical Problem-Solving" series of the New England Journal of Medicine were selected for this book. The opening chapters discuss the medical decision-making process and the selected cases realistically illustrate how skilled clinicians reason through a clinical problem so readers can become better problem solvers.
Purpose:The purpose of this book and of the published series in the journal is to help readers become better diagnosticians by following along and thinking through the diagnoses of challenging clinical problems. The editors' goal to capture the joy of problem-solving in clinical practice in these interesting cases is well satisfied.
Audience:There are numerous appropriate uses of this book: any student or resident, practicing physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant wanting to improve problem-solving skills; seasoned clinicians reading for further study and pleasure; and teachers who may use these vignettes to guide thought-provoking discussions would find this material engaging.
Features:The book includes 22 fascinating cases initially published in the journal's series. Each case is gradually revealed in a real life situation. Expert commentary provides insight into the diagnostic process. These cases are so memorable that they will undoubtedly be useful to clinicians in practice.
Assessment:This compilation of clinical problem-solving cases provides an enjoyable way to learn medicine. Future editions will be eagerly anticipated.