The Language of Medicine: Mastering Medical Terminology

by Davi-Ellen Chabner BA MAT

Introduction

Medical terminology can often seem like a foreign language, with its complex words and intricate concepts. However, understanding medical terminology is crucial for anyone working in the healthcare field. The Language of Medicine, 12th Edition, written by Davi-Ellen Chabner, provides an easy and effective way to master medical terminology.

Whether you have a background in medicine or not, this highly-praised and best-selling text is designed to help individuals of all educational backgrounds understand and remember important medical terms. Chabner’s proven method of learning medical terms by studying them in the context of the human body allows readers to grasp the concepts more easily.

In this new twelfth edition, Chabner has incorporated additional spotlight boxes on high-interest medical topics, updated medical scenario reports, laboratory tests, and clinical procedures, a new mini dictionary, additional in-person stories, ADA-compliant resources, and more. No matter where your career path takes you, The Language of Medicine will help keep you grounded and confident in your understanding of medical terminology.

Review

One of the standout features of The Language of Medicine is its simple and easy-to-understand explanations of medical terms. Even if you have little or no previous medical or science background, Chabner’s explanations make it easy to grasp the concepts. The book is filled with logical and interesting examples that help to reinforce your understanding of the terms.

The wide variety of interactive exercises in the book provide multiple opportunities to reinforce and remember the content. These exercises allow you to actively engage with the material, making it easier to retain the information. The practical applications in each chapter, including case reports, operative and diagnostic tests, laboratory and x-ray reports, help to apply the knowledge to real-life situations that you may encounter in a clinical environment.

The anatomy, physiology, and pathology coverage in the book is presented in detail, with clear illustrations and brilliant images to orient you to the structure and function of the body system. This format offers the best context for learning medical terms, as it shows you how they are used in practice. The book also includes actual clinical procedures and lab tests within the body system or medical specialty chapters, further demonstrating medical terminology in action.

Abbreviations, which are commonly used in medical practice, are covered in every chapter. This helps learners master the medical shorthand used in clinical practice. Pronunciations of terms are provided at the ends of chapters, along with phonetic spellings. This feature ensures that you can confidently pronounce medical terms in your everyday practice.

The comprehensive glossaries, which include word parts to English and English to word parts, serve as quick references for use in class and on the job. In addition, the appendices cover plurals, abbreviations, drug resources, and a hematologic lab reference. These appendices are invaluable resources that you can refer to whenever you need them.

One standout feature of The Language of Medicine is the error-prone abbreviations list. Derived from the Joint Commission, this list alerts the reader to abbreviations that should not be used in the clinical setting. This emphasizes the importance of accuracy and patient safety in medical practice.

Promotion

Now is the perfect time to order The Language of Medicine and master medical terminology. With its user-friendly explanations, interactive exercises, and practical applications, this book will give you the knowledge and confidence you need in your medical career.

By ordering this book, you will gain access to updated medical scenario reports, exercises, laboratory tests, and clinical procedures. These updates ensure that you are practicing with the most current medical terminology in real-world clinical settings.

Additionally, the new mini-dictionary provides simple, leveled definitions for each of the approximately 2,800 individual medical terms covered in the text. This handy resource will be an invaluable tool as you navigate your way through medical terminology.

To keep up with the ever-changing medical field, The Language of Medicine now includes additional spotlight boxes that focus on high-interest medical topics. Topics such as opioid addiction, immunotherapy, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy are explored in detail, giving you a comprehensive understanding of these important areas.

Furthermore, the addition of in-person stories brings medical terminology to life. These stories provide real-world examples of how medical terminology is used in practice, helping you to make connections and understand the relevance of the concepts.

Order The Language of Medicine today and embark on your journey to master medical terminology. Whether you’re a medical student, healthcare professional, or simply interested in expanding your medical knowledge, this book is an indispensable resource that will enhance your understanding and improve your confidence in the medical field. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to elevate your career.