Epidemiology: A Very Short Introduction by
In this Very Short Introduction Rodolfo Saracci dispels some of the myths surrounding the study of epidemiology. He provides a general explanation of the principles behind clinical trials, and explains the nature of basic statistics concerning disease. He also looks at the ethical and political issues related to obtaining and using information concerning patients, and trials involving placebos.
Gordis Epidemiology, 7th ed. by
This text is intended to be a basic introduction to the definitions, logic, and use of epidemiologic concepts and methods to elucidate factors influencing health and disease.
Introduction to Epidemiology, 8th ed. by
Designed for students with minimal training in the biomedical sciences and statistics, this full-color text emphasizes the application of the basic principles of epidemiology according to person, place, and time factors in order to solve current, often unexpected, and serious public health problems. Students will learn how to identify and describe public health problems, formulate research hypotheses, select appropriate research study designs, manage and analyze epidemiologic data, interpret and apply results in preventing and controlling disease and health-related events.
Community and Public Health Education Methods a Practical Guide, 4th ed. by 
Jekel's Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Preventive Medicine, and Public Health, 5th ed. by
For this fifth edition, the authors were cognizant of mandatory “board testing” and the many fields where health professional students need help to prepare. They, therefore, reviewed and addressed the core content covered in the many national boards: the US Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE) Step I, Public Health and General Preventive Medicine, Preventive Medicine Core, American Board of General Dentistry, and the nursing National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Let's Talk Vaccines: A Clinician's Guide to Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy and Saving Lives by
Dr. Gretchen LaSalle specifically wrote her book, Let’s Talk Vaccines: A Clinician’s Guide to Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy and Saving Lives, for the busy medical practitioner in order to provide timely, easily retrievable, and accurate information about vaccines and immunization. One of the important features of the book is that it specifically addresses common concerns that parents often raise during clinic visits. It directly targets the anti-vaccine movement’s phony assertions about autism, autoimmune illnesses and allergies, toxic ingredients, overwhelming the immune system, conspiracies, and more.
Public Health Nutrition: Rural, Urban, and Global Community-Based Practice by
Explores the means through which such facts can be interpreted, applied, and evaluated for impact at population and community levels; leads the reader to understand that food supply systems and cultural, social, political, and economic factors are key determinants of sustainable individual and community access to nutritious food.
Maxcy-Rosenau-Last Public Health and Preventive Medicine: 16th ed. by 
Public Health Ethics and Social Determinants of Health by
Although this brief book is fundamentally a book about public health ethics, the ethical analyses are not possible without an adequate grounding in what the evidence actually suggests regarding the connections between socioeconomic conditions and population health outcomes.
Critical Appraisal from Papers to Patient: A Practical Guide by
This accessible book is suitable for undergraduates and postgraduates of all medical specialties, nursing, paramedics, pharmacists and all allied health professions. It is the ideal reference for anyone needing help writing a clinical topic review, reviewing a paper in a journal club or preparing for a critical appraisal exam. But most importantly, it is essential for those who wish to practice medicine in the best possible way for their patients, using the best evidence, tailored to the individual.
Medical Epidemiology: Population Health and Effective Health Care, 5th ed. by 
Guide to Diagnostic Tests, 7th ed. by
Intended to serve as a reference manual for medical, nursing, and other health professional students, house officers, and practicing physicians, physician assistants, and nurses. It is a quick reference guide to the selection and interpretation of commonly used diagnostic tests, including laboratory procedures in the clinical setting, common laboratory tests (chemistry, hematology, coagulation, immunology, microbiology, drug monitoring, pharmacogenetic, and molecular and genetic testing), diagnostic imaging tests (plain radiography, CT, MRI, and ultrasonography), electrocardiography, echocardiography, and the use of tests in differential diagnosis, helpful diagnostic algorithms, and nomograms and reference material.
Laboratory Diagnostic Pathways: Clinical Manual of Screening Methods and Stepwise Diagnosis, 2nd ed. by
This book offers 70 diagnostic algorithms that lead physicians and laboratory personnel through the diagnostic process in a step-by-step fashion. In Part One, general basics, infrastructure, and economic aspects are discussed and tips for implementation are given. Part Two introduces screening methods for cases without a suspected diagnosis as well as specific pathways for stepwise diagnosis of the most common diseases, accompanied by information on pathophysiology, preanalytical measures, implementation, and interpretation of results.
Tietz Textbook of Laboratory Medicine, 7th ed. by
A textbook covering all major disciplines of laboratory medicine including clinical chemistry, genetic metabolic disorders, molecular diagnostics, hematology and coagulation, clinical microbiology, transfusion medicine, and clinical immunology. Thirty additional chapters are devoted to analytical techniques and basic practices in laboratory medicine, and an extensive compilation of reference intervals is included.
Jekel's Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Preventive Medicine, and Public Health, 5th ed. by 
Smith's Patient Centered Interviewing: an Evidence-Based Method, 4th ed. by
Our goal in this text is to present in a logical, step-by-step fashion the behaviors that are necessary to conduct an effective and efficient patient-centered interview. Interviewing is the most important and most difficult skill learners must master in their clinical careers. The book is designed for learners in medicine, advanced-practice nursing, physician assistant, and other health-related disciplines where communication and relational skills are central. Includes links to a companion teaching supplement and teaching videos.
Understanding Clinical Negotiation by
This book is about identifying, understanding, and responding to patients’ wants, needs, desires and expectations in ways that leads to better outcomes for patients and more satisfying health care relationships for everyone. The primary purpose is to equip front-line generalist medical practitioners—primary care physicians, hospitalists, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, or those training for these roles—to recognize the contours of clinical negotiation and how to reach a satisfactory resolution as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Evidence-Based Public Health, 3rd ed. by
In a logical sequence, the reader is guided in how to use the results of his or her search for evidence in developing program or policy options, including the weighing of benefits versus barriers, and then in developing an action plan. To complete the cycle of science, the book describes how to evaluate whatever action is taken.
Painless Evidence-Based Medicine, 2nd ed. by
Provides tables and boxed case studies throughout highlighting key topics, or difficult issues, in an easy to read manner; emphasizes applicability of EBM, encouraging readers to dissect the evidence and how results can be applied to individual patients with different circumstances, varying values and preferences; new to the 2nd edition are chapters on health screening, clinical practice guidelines, and major updates incorporating recommended trial criteria.
