Lecture Notes: Medical Genetics: (Lecture Notes)

Lecture Notes: Medical Genetics provides a concise and straightforward introduction to medical genetics. The text aims to give students a fundamental understanding of the science of genetics and molecular medicine and a knowledge of the core clinical conditions caused by genetic abnormalities. Previously titled Lecture Notes on Molecular Medicine, this new edition has a greater focus on clinical genetics while continuing to provide core information on the scientific background and advances in genetics and molecular medicine. Thoroughly revised and updated, Lecture Notes: Medical Genetics is an invaluable primer for any science student new to molecular biology and genetics, and an excellent resource for medical students, junior doctors and practicing clinicians requiring an understanding of scientific advances in the field and their impact on clinical medicine.

Table of Contents:
Chapter 1 - Basic principles. Chapter 2 - Understanding genetics. Chapter 3 - Genetics in clinical practice. Index.

About the Author :
Dr John R. Bradley Department of Medicine, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, UK Professor David R. Johnson Clinical Immunology Branch, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institute of Health, Bethesda, MD, USA Dr Barbara R. Pober Department of Pediatrics, MassGeneral Hospital for Children, Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA

Review :
"This is a straightforward book about genetics that is not only easy to understand but also easy to carry around. It lists and explains all the relevant clinical genetics that a medical student may see in their medical career." Medical Student, Edinburgh University "Small, concise, well-written and explains genetics thoroughly. The text is informative and presented in a style that makes you read on." Medical Student. Glasgow University "This is a concise review of medical genetics. It presents information on the key concepts covered within the medical course, and can be used as an introductory textbook to a topic or as an aid for revision. Students will find this book to be the perfect introduction to their genetics course, as well as a quick review for exams." Medical Student, Bristol University "A useful text to isolate information about genetic diseases, coupled with short overviews of the conditions including their treatment, with discussion of genetic techniques and basic principles as well." Medical Student, UEA