Textbook of Endocrine Physiology (TEXTBOOK OF ENDOCRINE PHYSIOLOGY (GRIFFIN)(CLOTH))
Review(s) from previous edition(s) provides a succinct account of basic endocrine function Baslib Book List The second and third chapters "Genes and Hormones" and "Mechanisms of Hormone Action" are clear and useful guides to understanding the molecular and biochemical bases of hormonal action ... valuable for the medical student. General and Comparative Endocrinology 91 the expertise of the contributors in their fields is evident throughout; and the approach and level of detail are appropriate in the UK for second-year preclinical students, for those studying endocrine options and for those in clinical years needing to refresh and apply their knowledge of physiology. BM. A. Radcliffe, Experimental Physiology Excellent introductory text. Joseph Jarabak, University of Chicago It is a must read for graduate students and fellows. Doris Baktuska, M.D., Medical College of Pennsylvania Excellent text. I would recommend it as required reading for all medical students. Romesh Khardori, M.D., Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Well written by the best experts in the field. Michael D. Lumpkin, PhD, Georgetown University Medical School This text succeeds in providing excellent, very readable coverage of the field of endocrinology. The clearness of writing is commendable. This text can be highly recommended for graduate level courses and for medical students beyond the first year. Endocrine News In summary, this textbook incorporates modern concepts inan excellent, readable, concise, and comprehensive introduction or review of endocrine physiology. Annals of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada The coverage, readability, currency, and cost make Griffin and Ojeda's newest edition a best buy for classroom use or overall review purposes. Item It remains a solid text book of endocrinology written in a clear, no-nonsense style. Physiology News, No 58