Surgeon's Survival Guide for Foundation Years

With the introduction of the Foundation Programme, junior doctors will be exposed to a broad variety of specialties in both elective and emergency settings. This handbook has been written to provide practical guidance on some of the more common problems faced in different surgical sub-specialties in [...]
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With the introduction of the Foundation Programme, junior doctors will be exposed to a broad variety of specialties in both elective and emergency settings. This handbook has been written to provide practical guidance on some of the more common problems faced in different surgical sub-specialties in a clear and accessible format. Each chapter focuses on a particular surgical sub-specialty and emphasizes the key points in the history, examination, investigation and treatment of common presentations and pathologies. This book also gives advice on how to manage the common problems that you will face during on-calls, how to avoid pit-falls and also provides background information on key subjects. "e;The Surgeon's Survival Guide"e; is designed principally for new foundation doctors but will also be of benefit to medical students and those approaching the MRCS examinations.