Emery’s Elements of Medical Genetics, 15th Edition

By Peter D Turnpenny & Sian Ellard

ISBN: 9780702066856

Pub Date: 1/24/17

Reviewed by: Luis F. Escobar, MD, MS (St. Vincent Hospital and Health Care Center)

Description

This 15th edition of Emery’s Elements of Medical Genetics continues to represent an indispensable source of genetics knowledge. This update includes an online version that can be accessed by redeeming the enclosed code. Figures and tables are available for consultation online. It has been close to five years since the previous edition and this update has been eagerly anticipated.

Purpose

As the title indicates, this book provides the necessary basic knowledge to understand current principles of medical genetics. It is intended as a teaching tool and guide for basic courses in medical genetics. The authors aim to update the fast-changing information in medical genetics in a simple and accessible format for the medical and genetics students. Their objectives are well met and surpass readers’ expectations.

Audience

This book would benefit a wide audience, but it would be especially useful in graduate medical education courses. Pediatric, internal medicine, family practice, and genetics residents would find it to be a unique resource. In addition, this is a tremendous tool for genetic counseling students taking a medical genetics class. Practitioners in general may find themselves using this as a quick reference of genetic information. Originally conceived by Dr. Emery, the book is now edited by Dr. Peter Turnpenny and Dr. Sian Ellard, recognized experts in the field. This is an all-you-need-to-know tool for undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students.

Features

This is a complete and well-organized compilation of information that can be used as the foundation of any medical genetics course. The 22 chapters are organized in a useful sequence. At the end of each chapter, a summary of key points helps students retain important information. The key information statements are followed by answers at the end of the book. In addition, another important section at the end of the book presents clinical cases oriented to demonstrate the information in each chapter. This edition has been revitalized and the art is extremely attractive.

Assessment

This book is considered a necessary resource in the field of medical genetics. It is extremely helpful and should be on the shelves of all genetics clinicians, and it is a unique guide for teachers of medical genetics.

Doody’s Review Service Weighted Numerical Score: 100 – 5 Stars!