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Medical Complications of Psychiatric Illness

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'This is a wonderful book that every psychiatrist should have on their shelf. This book will help psychiatrists obtain the best medical care for their patients by helping them know what disorders to look for, what other doctors to consult, and what tests to order.' and mdash; Michelle Field-Chez, M.D., Doody and rsquo;s Health Science Book Review Journal, July 2002'Medical complications of psychiatric disorders may be overlooked by either the psychiatrist or the internist. This book provides a remedy by covering the symptoms and signs of medical disorders associated with the most common psychiatric syndromes. It is an excellent source of important information for both the psychiatrist and the internist.' and mdash; Stewart Agras, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California'This book will be of great value to practicing psychiatrists in that it addresses a topic of considerable clinical importance; namely, the general medical management of patients with psychiatric disorders. In these days of early specialization it is particularly important to have a comprehensive and up-to-date resource of this type. The authors are to be congratulated on their successful treatment of a neglected topic.' and mdash; Christopher G. Fairburn, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Oxford University, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom'Those who do not practice consultation-liaison psychiatry regularly will likely find this text to be an effective tool with which they may better assess and treat their patients, exactly as the authors of the book intended. The consultation-liaison psychiatrist may utilize this text as a teaching tool, whether he is teaching residents, students, or internists. The tremendous scope of medical illness in psychiatric patients makes it difficult to cover any one illness in detail, but this text serves as a useful jumping-off point to further explore the specifics of a particular illness from the exhaustive list of references the authors have provided.' and mdash; Autumn Ning, M.D., Psychosomatics, August 2003'Overall, Medical Complications of Psychiatric Illness is a useful contribution to the literature because it highlights the importance of health maintenance as well as the identification and the management of medical problems in psychiatric patients. The book is well written, well referenced, and concise. It is a practical resource for practicing psychiatrists, and it would also be useful for psychiatry residents, medical students, and other mental health staff. In addition, there is sufficient value for primary care physicians and/or hospital physicians who care for psychiatric patients.' and mdash; Donald M. Hilty, M.D., and Thomas S. Nesbitt, M.D., American Journal of Psychiatry, August 2003' Medical Complications of Psychiatric Illness is an important book. It is the first to systematically address the medical comorbidity of patients with psychiatric illness, a critical component of comprehensive care for this vulnerable population. The book is a very useful practical guide for the medical care of psychiatric patients. It is concise and easy to read, and both psychiatrists and primary care providers will be able to use it as a quick reference.' and mdash; Lydia Chwastiak, M.D., M.P.H., Psychiatric Services, February 2003'This is a small, reasonably priced volume that should be in the libraries of all physicians.' and mdash; Thomas N. Wise, M.D., The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease, December 2003'This is an excellent and comprehensive overview of medical complications of psychiatric illness. This volume should be on the bookshelf of every practicing psychiatrist.' and mdash; Walter H. Kaye, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania'The authors have put together an impressive book on psychiatric illness in the context of the wide medical field. Did you know that diabetes mellitus is more frequent and asthma and hayfever less frequent in schizophrenics? The book presents in detail medical complications of affective and anxiety disorders, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, eating disorders, and alcohol and drug abuse. It provides substantial information on medical complications of these psychiatric illnesses. While it supplies thoroughly researched and detailed information, it also gives an excellent overview. The book is a substantial contribution to the field and it should be of interest not only to psychiatrists but also to any medical doctor.' and mdash; Manfred M. Fichter, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, University of Munich and Roseneck Hospital, Centre for Behavioral Medicine, Munich, Germany'This handbook presents an essential source of up-to-date information on medical complications of psychiatric disorders. Practicing psychiatrists and other mental health care professionals will find this book invaluable. The authors authoritatively cover both general health care issues of psychiatric patients and medical consequences of specific mental disorders.' and mdash; Professor Hans W. Hoek, M.D., Parnassia, The Hague Psychiatric Institute, The Netherlands'Psychiatry is part of medicine. In fact many would say the most interesting and rewarding part. Psychiatric illnesses are like other illnesses and require doctors for their optimal management. The physical and medical complications of psychiatric illnesses which often manifest are among the reasons for this. Professor Mitchell's book Medical Complications of Psychiatric Illness is very timely. He is a distinguished clinician and academic well-known for his compassionate way of dealing with patients, and his great erudition. Amongst his major interests are the eating disorders, and they are particularly good examples of psychiatric illness to which medical manifestations are strongly linked. I recommend Professor Mitchell's new book particularly to psychiatrists, but also to family physicians, internists, and medical students.' and mdash; Pierre Beumont, A.M., Professor of Psychological Medicine, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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Author Claire Pomeroy, James Mitchell, James Roerig, Scott Crow
Page Count 228
Publish Date 15 Apr 2002
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