Books published by Thieme Medical Publishers Inc

A comprehensive and concise reference for determining treatment options of the spineUpdated and expanded to reflect current management strategies and new technologies, Decision Making in Spinal Care, Second Edition provides readers with focused guidance to every major topic in spine, with an emphasis on clinical decision making. Covering the most common spine problems, this new edition covers the spectrum of diagnoses seen in a typical spinal practice, from trauma injuries to metabolic and degenerative diseases to spinal deformities.Highlights of the Second Edition:Focuses on "must-know" information that significantly impacts clinical decisionsIncludes new spinal technologies in the Contemporary Topics section to keep readers currentContains more algorithms, figures, and diagrams to aid understanding and facilitate rapid management guidanceWritten by world-renowned spinal care expertsThis handy portable reference will enable residents, fellows, spine surgeons, and associated clinicians in orthopedic surgery and neurosurgery to quickly access the information they need to make the right decisions in treating typical spinal conditions.

A practical, reliable reference that helps audiologists and teachers achieve acoustic accessibility in the classroomWritten and edited by renowned leaders in the field, Handbook of Acoustic Accessibility focuses on the acoustic conditions, therapies, and technologies that assist audiologists and teachers of hearing-impaired students in making the speech signal audible, undistorted, and accessible.Covering topics that range from acoustic measurements in the classroom to American Academy of Audiology clinical practice guidelines for Hearing Assistance Technology (HAT), this book reflects current practices and technologies that are designed to maximize the availability of classroom speech signals.Key Features:Discusses the importance of making speech accessible for auditory-linguistic brain development and how acoustic accessibility impacts listening, learning, and literacy Uses graphics and charts to make difficult acoustic concepts easily understandable Includes the latest information on desirable acoustic standards Contains cutting edge information on technologies such as smart phone apps for use in making acoustic measurements and audio distribution systemsThis concise, comprehensive reference is designed to be the go-to guide for busy audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and teachers of hearing-impaired students who need practical information for achieving acoustic accessibility.

Ensure readiness for the USMLE® or any other high-stakes exam covering neuroscience!Thieme Test Prep for the USMLE®: Medical Neuroscience by Manas Das and Lee Baugh fills a void in available board prep materials with its focus on neuroscience. Readers will learn to recall, analyze, integrate, and apply biochemical and molecular biological knowledge to solve clinical problems.Key HighlightsApproximately 520 USMLE®-style multiple choice questions on neuroscience, classified as easy, moderate, and difficult, with detailed explanationsQuestions cover clinical neurology as well as basics of neuroscience such as development, structure, and functionChapters are organized based on neuroanatomical structure and systems, from the spinal cord to the automatic nervous systemNeuroimaging section and final exam chapter are invaluable tools for students to utilize before the boardsQuestions begin with a clinical vignette, and approximately 35% are image-based, mirroring the USMLE® formatThis essential resource will help you assess your knowledge and fully prepare for the USMLE® Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1 exam.Be prepared for your board exam with the Thieme Test Prep for the USMLE® series!Das: Histology and Embryology Q&AFontes and McCarthy: Medical BiochemistryHankin et al: Clinical Anatomy Q&AHarriott et al: Medical Microbiology and Immunology Q&AKemp and Brown: Pathology Q&AWaite and Sheakley: Medical Physiology Q&AVisit www.thieme.com/testprep to learn more about our online board review question bank.