Author Archives: Ryan

New eBook: Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery

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The MSK library recently added the second edition of Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery. This text provides step-by-step guidance on how to incorporate or expand the treatment of lymphedema in one’s practice. Principles and Practice of Lymphedema Surgery provides the latest surgical and nonsurgical approaches, from preoperative assessment to postoperative care. Major topics include the principles of the lymphatic system, diagnostic imaging, lymphedema treatment, and postoperative management.

Contributors to this text include MSK’s own Dr. Michelle Coriddi, Dr. Joseph H. Dayan, Dr. Raghu P. Kataru, and Dr. Babak J. Mehrara.

New eBook: Encyclopedia of Respiratory Medicine

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The second edition of the Encyclopedia of Respiratory Medicine is a six volume set that explores the key processes of lung diseases and their diagnosis and management.

This reference work covers molecular and cellular biology, physiology and immunology that underpin normal lung function, along with the aberrations that occur in respiratory diseases, from common disorders such as asthma and COPD to rarer lung diseases such as cystic fibrosis, interstitial lung diseases and pulmonary hypertension.

New Resource: NEJM Journal Watch

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The MSK Library now subscribes to NEJM Journal Watch. This resource is for practicing clinicians — physicians, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, residents, students, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals – to stay informed and current in their fields. 

The most important research, medical news, drug information, public health alerts, and guidelines across 12 specialties are summarized and put into perspective for you by our team of physician editors. NEJM Journal Watch helps clinicians be clinically prepared with succinct and easy-to-read summaries and expert comments in each issue.