Best Thoracic Books of 2025

With an emphasis on the “how and why” of contemporary surgery, Operative Techniques in Surgery, Second Edition, features concise, bulleted text, full-color illustrations, and intraoperative photographs to clarify exactly what to look for and how to proceed. Meticulously edited by Drs. Mary T. Hawn, Aurora D. Pryor, Steven J. Hughes, Daniel Albo, Michael S. Sabel, Kellie R. Brown and Amy J. Goldberg, this comprehensive, two-volume surgical atlas focuses on the steps of each technique, rapidly directing you to the information you need to choose the right approach for each patient, perform it successfully, and achieve the best possible results.  Coverage includes open as well as laparoscopic, robotic, endoscopic, and endovascular procedures in gastrointestinal, thoracic, esophageal, colorectal, hepatobiliary, breast, endocrine, dermatologic, vascular, and trauma surgery  New, comprehensive section on trauma surgery, helmed by trauma expert Dr. Amy J. Goldberg   New section editors for esophageal and foregut surgery and vascular surgery, Dr. Aurora D. Pryor minimally invasive surgery leader and Kellie R. Brown, expert in vascular surgery.  New videos, personally selected by contributing authors and editors, accompany numerous chapters throughout the book  Extensive updates throughout, including new coverage of the American Board of Surgery’s SCORE Curricula for General Surgery and for Complex General Surgical Oncology  Each procedure follows the same format: differential diagnosis, patient history and physical findings, imaging and other diagnostic studies, surgical management, techniques, pearls and pitfalls, postoperative care, outcomes, and complications    Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience   Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.  Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

The fifth edition of the WHO series on the classification of human tumors presents Thoracic Tumours, a comprehensive guide for pathologists, oncologists, respiratory physicians, thoracic radiologists, cancer researchers, surgeons, epidemiologists, and cancer registrars. This authoritative and concise reference book provides indispensable international standards for anyone involved in the care of patients with cancer or in cancer research. The book is structured in a systematic manner and comprises a unique synthesis of histopathological diagnosis with digital and molecular pathology. It includes more than 1000 high-quality images and over 3500 references. The book warns against counterfeited copies and recommends purchasing only from known sellers.

S.T.A.B.L.E. - Cardiac Module: Recognition and Stabilization of Neonates with Severe CHD is a comprehensive guide for healthcare providers responsible for recognizing and stabilizing newborns with severe forms of CHD. The updated 2nd edition features more than 120 new full-color illustrations, making it an excellent teaching tool for healthcare providers and parents. The book covers critical forms of CHD, including anatomy, blood flow pattern, clinical presentation, and initial stabilization. The illustrations in the book are very useful for explaining complex heart lesions and palliative and surgical repair to parents of infants with severe forms of CHD. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for neonatal providers and an essential addition to any cardiology book collection.

Top Knife: The Art and Craft of Trauma Surgery is a practical guide to operative trauma surgery, providing practical advice on how to use your head as well as your hands when operating on a massively bleeding trauma patient. This book is ideal for residents and registrars, general surgeons with an interest in trauma, and isolated surgeons operating on wounded patients in military, rural or humanitarian settings. The authors, Asher Hirshberg MD FACS and Kenneth L Mattox MD FACS, provide general principles of trauma surgery and specific guidance on how to deal with injuries to the abdomen, chest, neck, and peripheral vessels. The book is an essential reference for anyone involved in critical care medicine.

This third edition of Operative Dictations in General and Vascular Surgery is a comprehensive guide that provides operative dictation templates for all common and rare operations performed by general and vascular surgeons. The book is organized into short chapters, which include indications, essential steps, note these variations, and complications. The book also serves as a ready reference for trainees and surgeons preparing for their board exams. The addition of flexible endoscopic procedures, single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and robotic approaches to the rectum makes this edition unique. Overall, this book is an excellent resource for practicing surgeons, and it can be personalized to reflect individual practices.

Cardiac Imaging: A Core Review, 2nd Edition is an essential resource for radiologists preparing for the Core Exam or recertification exam. Written by Drs. Jean Jeudy and Sachin Malik, the book contains 300 multiple-choice questions with detailed explanations of right and wrong answers, high-yield tables for easy review, and over 200 high-resolution images. The book covers all exam areas, including basic imaging, normal anatomy, all diseases relative to cardiac imaging, all modalities, and postoperative appearances of devices. The book's concise answers with explanations of each choice followed by relevant, up-to-date references, and its convenient organization by topic make it an excellent study tool.

The "Illustrated Anatomical Segmentectomy for Lung Cancer" book is an excellent resource for clinicians involved in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with lung cancer. It provides a detailed explanation of segmentectomy, a well-known curative surgery for small lung cancers, with numerous easy-to-understand color illustrations showing the precise segmental anatomies for each pattern of the procedure. The stylized illustrations are descriptive and clear, making it easier for surgeons to perform this complex surgery accurately. The book's unique approach to illustrating accurate anatomical segmentectomy makes it a must-have for clinicians in the field of lung cancer and thoracic surgery.

This concise review provides up-to-date concepts and techniques in the field of heart transplantation. It is a valuable reference for practitioners managing patients with advanced heart disease, covering topics such as end-stage heart failure, mechanical circulatory support, and transplant recipients. The book is useful for practitioners at all levels of training and practice, from medical students to cardiologists. It offers necessary tools to help manage and treat patients being prepared for and undergoing cardiac transplantation. The book measures up to any cardiac transplantation review book in the field and is a must-read for physicians caring for these patients.

The ACLS Study Guide, 6th Edition, by Barbara Aehlert, provides a comprehensive and easy-to-understand overview of advanced cardiovascular life support. The guide covers everything from airway management to acute ischemic stroke, with case studies and hundreds of full-color photos and illustrations. The book includes the latest guidelines from the American Heart Association and the International Consensus on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, making it an excellent resource for emergency medical treatment. The author's conversational writing style, along with the end-of-chapter quizzes and memory aids, make it an ideal study companion for the American Safety & Health Institute ACLS certification course. Overall, this book is a must-have for anyone seeking to provide advanced emergency care to patients with cardiac conditions.

Cardiothoracic Surgery is a comprehensive guide that covers all aspects of adult and pediatric cardiac and thoracic surgery and intensive care. The book is practically oriented and provides reliable guidance for common and less common operative procedures. The book is fully indexed and lavishly illustrated, making it an essential reference for anyone seeking a comprehensive yet portable guide to all areas of cardiothoracic surgical practice. The authors, Joanna Chikwe, David Cooke, and Andrew Goldstone, are all experts in their field, making this book unique and valuable for both students and experienced surgeons.