Best Physician & Patient Clinical Medicine Books of 2025

A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examinations for PAs is a valuable resource for those preparing to take the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam (PANCE) or the Physician Assistant National Recertifying Exam (PANRE). This updated edition includes over 200 review questions, engaging study tools, and quick-review Pearls to reinforce knowledge and increase test-taking confidence. The book also addresses issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly within the Dermatology chapter. Its comprehensive outline format helps students master essential concepts efficiently. The additional online review questions and self-assessment CME post-test further boost exam readiness. Overall, this book is an excellent choice for those seeking to pass the PANCE or PANRE exams.

PANCE PREP PEARLS V4 - BOOK B is the fourth edition of the successful book, optimized to be more comprehensive and user-friendly. It contains redesigned algorithms and charts, updated essential information for medical examinations, clinical correlations, and useful material for practicing clinicians. The expanded chapters are in line with the 2019 blueprint. BOOK B covers Dermatologic system, Endocrine system, Genitourinary system (male and female), Hematologic system, Infectious diseases, Neurological system, Psychiatric/behavioral science, Renal system. The book is a must-have for medical students and practicing clinicians who want to be well-prepared for their exams. The interactive visuals and comprehensive content make it a unique and valuable resource.

The Washington Manual of Outpatient Internal Medicine is a concise and practical volume in the Washington Manual® series that covers the essential information for the most commonly encountered problems in outpatient internal medicine. It is an excellent resource for quick review and reference, covering everything from hypertension and diabetes to sleep disorders, nutrition, and care of the cancer patient. The third edition has been thoroughly revised from cover to cover and includes new content on telehealth, immunization reaction and allergy, functional assessment, and safe prescribing for pain. The book is an outstanding companion to the Washington Manual® of Medical Therapeutics, which thoroughly covers inpatient care.

The book "Motivational Interviewing in Health Care: Helping Patients Change Behavior" is a comprehensive guide for healthcare practitioners to use motivational interviewing techniques to help patients manage chronic and acute conditions and make healthier choices. The book is structured around the current four-process model of MI and includes lessons learned from the authors' ongoing clinical practice and practitioner training workshops. It also covers advice-giving, brief consultations, merging MI with assessment, MI in groups, and making telehealth consultations more effective. This book is a valuable resource for both health care professionals-in-training and experienced practitioners alike.

The Sports Medicine Patient Advisor, Third Edition is a comprehensive guide for anyone involved in sports medicine. This book covers everything from injury prevention to rehabilitation, making it a valuable resource for athletes, coaches, trainers, and healthcare professionals. The clear and concise language makes it easy to understand, and the illustrations and photographs provide visual aids that enhance the learning experience. The Sports Medicine Patient Advisor, Third Edition is a great addition to any sports medicine library.

The new Third Edition of Population Health explores strategies for creating a culture of health and wellness in the context of healthcare reform. The book offers a comprehensive approach to population health, featuring 14 chapters divided into three major sections. The author, David B. Nash, MD, MBA, is internationally recognized for his work in public accountability for outcomes, physician leadership development, and quality-of-care improvement. This book is a valuable resource for healthcare professionals seeking to improve quality and health outcomes while lowering costs.

Mayo Clinic Strategies to Reduce Burnout: 12 Actions to Create the Ideal Workplace is an essential read for healthcare professionals and administrative leaders. The book provides a roadmap to create a psychologically safe and just culture that nurtures positivity and fosters esprit de corps. The authors draw on their extensive research and experience to offer a practical how-to guide for improving professional fulfillment, well-being, joy, and camaraderie. The book is chock full of compelling data, useful conceptual frameworks, and step-by-step guidance that will prove invaluable to organizations committed to improving the conditions where joy, purpose, and meaning in work are possible.

This book is a must-have for emergency physicians who want to improve their ECG interpretation skills. With over 200 high-quality ECGs, the book is designed to be a self-educating guide for doctors taking electrocardiograms. The book is helpfully categorized into two sections based on the level of difficulty, making it perfect for both resident-level physicians and seasoned practitioners. The case histories provided for all ECGs with follow up information on the patient, including mistakes that were made in the original interpretations and why, are particularly useful. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for emergency department staff, providing a rich source of information on the interpretation of ECGs.

Policy and Politics for Nurses and Other Health Professionals: Advocacy and Action, Third Edition, provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive guide on how to understand and influence health policy. The authors take an interdisciplinary approach to create an understanding of healthcare practice and policy across interprofessional teams. The book covers relevant issues such as the Affordable Care Act, health information technology, and the political power of nurses. With case studies and updated content, this book is an essential resource for healthcare professionals seeking to engage in the economic, political, and policy dimensions of healthcare.

Reducing Secondary Traumatic Stress is an essential read for anyone working with individuals who have experienced trauma. The book presents a model that provides helping professionals with a portfolio of skills to support and regulate their emotional well-being while also enhancing their experience in helping others. The author, Brian Miller, offers evidence-informed skills to allow readers to regulate distressing emotions and to foster increased empathy for those suffering from trauma. This book goes beyond the usual discussion of burnout and provides specific strategies to address secondary trauma. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who works in the trauma field.