The Oxford Handbook of Epidemiology for Clinicians provides all the
information required by students and junior doctors who need to
understand and translate key epidemiological concepts into medical
practice. Unlike standard textbooks in this area, the focus throughout
is on clinical
applications of epidemiological knowledge.
Divided into four sections, the handbook begins with the basics of
epidemiology in the clinic, moving on to the theories behind
evidence-based practice, discussions of optimum methods and studies, and
then ends by looking at the epidemiology of common diseases. The
material is presented in a logical
manner, from problems to the most appropriate solutions or tools to be
applied. Interesting topics such as controversies in prevention
intervention encourage discussion and thought, and the authors pose
sensible and important questions throughout. This handbook is a must for
all junior doctors,
medical students, and clinicians who need to apply epidemiological
concepts to day-to-day practice.