Dictionary of Medical Terms 4Ed

This fully revised edition of the bestselling Dictionary of Medical Terms now includes over 12,500 terms from British and international medical practice, explained in clear, simple English. It covers fields such as surgery, general practice, hospitals, clinics, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and other specialisms, and includes example sentences for each entry, together with grammar notes and parts of speech. As well as technical language it also includes informal terms of the kind used between professionals or professionals and patients. It is an indispensable practical reference for interns, nurses or trainees in any medical field and its clear explanations make it ideal for professionals learning English for Medicine, for A-Level and undergraduate students, and for home reference.