Thieme Publishing Group

The art and science of truly successful homeopathic medicine. With the recent resurgence in the practice of homeopathy -- whether practiced alone or as a complement to other types of medicine -- comes an unprecedented demand for well-educated, highly trained practitioners. What type of education will lead to true success? Can the art of homeopathy be taught alongside the scientific concepts? Generations of homeopaths have mastered such concepts as homeoprophylaxis, genus epidemicus, and constitution, but only the truly successful practitioners have achieved a level of understanding far beyond simply dealing with patients. In this unique book, homeopath Chris Kurz offers a highly effective -- and fun -- approach to learning and importantly, retaining, all of the important concepts of homeopathy. Using vivid analogies and informal language, Kurz emphasizes the importance of true insight rather than rote memorization. Infusing a student's personal experience with creativity and imagination creates the most fertile ground for discovering and developing true insight and knowledge of homeopathy. Each chapter explores a concept through the lens of an experiment, metaphor, or image. For example, an intense examination of a common lemon brings home the notions of totality and the law of similars; a road map unlocks the mysteries of Miasms, and a game of golf illustrates important issues of case management. The result of years working with students, Kurz's inspirational and thought-provoking approach places the patient at the center of the learning process, as in everyday practice. Imagine Homeopathy is invaluable as a guide for teachers, an introduction for novices and laypeople, and a provocative refresher for seasoned practitioners.

Written by foremost experts, this new text is a complete guide to contemporary forms of spinal instrumentation. It covers all implant systems and their applications, allowing you to make side-by-side comparisons to select the most appropriate device. You will also find practical information on anatomy, insertion techniques, and complication avoidance for each system, along with thousands of high-quality graphics illustrating devices and procedures. Addressing all aspects of spinal instrumentation, this encyclopedic reference is a must for spine surgeons, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, and other practitioners treating spine disorders.

For those clinicians with minimal experience in reading the signs and symptoms of neuro-ophthalmic disease, this book provides the information you need to make accurate clinical judgments and will give you the confidence to handle emergency situations. Features: -Well-organized sections on examination techniques, signs and symptoms, categories of neuro-ophthalmic disorders, and key diagnostic tests -More than 200 full-color photographs of specific diseases for easy identification -Detailed lists of differential diagnoses and "red flags" to prevent errors in evaluation or treatment -In-depth discussions of optic tumors, diplopia and polyopia, Horner's Syndrome, nerve palsies, visual field defects, eye movement disorders, and more Designed for specialists and non-specialists alike, this user-friendly guidebook will be invaluable for immediate diagnostic and management decisions, including knowing when referrals are in order.

Patients diagnosed with cancer of the larynx or tongue are often unable to absorb all the information communicated by their health care professionals. This bestselling guidebook fills in the gaps, preparing patients for surgical procedures, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, rehabilitation, and quality-of-life issues. For physicians, speech-language pathologists, nurses, PMR therapists, dietitians, and other caregivers, this book is an ideal educational resource to give to patients, providing answers to commonly asked questions. It addresses concerns about cancer treatments, speech and swallowing, follow-up care, long term adjustment, and coping mechanisms in a straightforward, sensitive manner. The authors are highly experienced speech pathologists who also counsel patients on living a full and independent life after laryngectomy. With practical information on surgical procedures, therapies, and rehabilitation, this guidebook helps practitioners and patients work together to navigate through all stages of treatment. It will make the challenges of laryngectomy understandable and more manageable for all involved.

This important, full-color atlas, written by pioneers in the field, provides complete, superbly illustrated coverage of both new and established techniques in GI endoscopy-now fully updated with the newest interventional procedures. The book uses more than 500 high-definition watercolors derived from operative photographs which simulate the physician's cognitive visual experience while performing the procedures, and thus recreating both the look and "feel" of actual surgery. The accompanying text leads you step-by-step through each operation, and highlights both special tips and potential pitfalls. Thorough and usefully illustrated, this unique book will prove indispensable for all gastroenterologists and endoscopic surgeons. New topics include: -Endoscopy mucosal en bloc resection for early gastrointestinal cancers -Self-expandable metallic enteral stents -Self-expandable metallic stents for Klatskin tumor -Treatment of intraabdominal abscesses

From their own experience with learning, teaching and, practicing acupuncture, the authors of this team know very well where the problems are. Once again, this team focused on the educational situation. They supplemented the previous multimodal system - textbook and refresher sections - by introducing the modular TCM system which serves as a key to applied TCM. Key subjects in this text include: -Systematic acupuncture with references to TCM and practical tips -Topography training following the familiar head-to-toe pattern -TCM training designed for practice-oriented learning -Cupping with information on the fundamental aspects, application, and practical tips of this practice

The foremost guide to diagnosing, testing, and treating all major ENT allergies is back in an updated second edition. Combining practical management strategies with the latest advances, here is the complete "how-to" resource for health professionals who treat ear, nose, and throat allergies. It covers everything from testing methods and pharmacotherapy to food allergies, allergic and non-allergic rhinitis, pediatric allergies, and sinusitis--key information for every practice. Special features include: -An explanation of basic procedures such as assessing patient history, skin and in vitro testing, identifying symptoms, starting immunotherapy, and heading off emergencies -Every chapter revised and updated, with key advances in areas such as immunology, pharmacotherapy, and the role of fungi in chronic rhinosinusitis -Brief capsules of pertinent information for nurses and ancillary personnel--written by a highly experienced otolaryngic nurse -Recommendations for adding allergy care to an existing ENT practice, finding qualified staff, and interacting with patients -Useful appendices covering plant cross-reactivity, pollen distribution, and allergenic foods Easy to implement for both the practitioner and ancillary caregiver, this book belongs within easy reach of all physicians who want to expand their practice into this rapidly growing field.

In the last quarter century, no one has played a stronger role in hand and wrist fracture management, especially using AO principles, than Jesse Jupiter. This long awaited book is the culmination of his work, along with other pioneers in the field, and presents all key developments in biomechanics, design, materials, and state-of-the-art AO techniques. Organized in a case-based format, the book focuses on fractures of the hand, scaphoid, and distal radius (including soft-tissue injuries). For each case, you'll review patient history, planning, approach, reduction, fixation, and rehabilitation, along with hundreds of full-color illustrations, intraoperative pictures, and x-rays. An accompanying DVD-ROM demonstrates step-by-step intraoperative procedures for easy visual comprehension. Along with detailed surgical techniques, you'll also find a wealth of guidelines on indications, choice of surgical approach, preoperative planning, and postoperative management. This is a book no orthopedic surgeon should be without.

While technological advances have made endoscopy one of the most common procedures for examining the upper GI tract, learning how to maneuver the instruments and interpret the images can be frustrating for those without experience. Designed specifically for those in training, Endoscopy of the Upper GI Tract -- with over 770 illustrations and a user-friendly format -- is the most comprehensive, instructional guide available. Beginning with a detailed introduction to all aspects of the endoscopic examination, this lavishly illustrated guide features: -Clear descriptions and images of all of the instruments, including how and when to use them -Artfully combined photographs and 3D illustrations showing the exact location of the endoscope in relation to the anatomy of the immediate region -Step-by-step instructions for handling the endoscope, such as insertion, air insufflation, and irrigation -Useful checklists and tables that lay out the procedures from beginning to end, including preparations, necessary medication and anesthesia, required staff and supplemental equipment, and potential risks and complications The book also encompasses a complete full-color atlas that illustrates the entire spectrum of both normal and pathological findings. In addition to detailed explanations of each finding, the authors provide -The endoscopic criteria and the most important differential diagnoses for each disorder -Series of images showing common variants, as well as comparison photographs of differential diagnoses -Useful guidelines for proper documentation This guide is essential for anyone wishing to master the subtleties of this most rewarding technique.