Lippincott illustrated reviews : Microbiology / Cynthia Nau Cornelissen,PhD,Department of Microbiology and Immunology, School of Medicine, Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond,Virginia, Marcia Metzgar Hobbs, PhD, Departments of Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Cornelissen, Cynthia Nau, author.

Hobbs, Marcia Metzgar, author.

Series:

Lippincott's illustrated reviews.

Lippincott's illustrated reviews

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Microbiological Phenomena.

Microbiology--Outlines, syllabi, etc.

Microbiology.

Medical Subjects:

Microbiological Phenomena.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Edition:

Fourth edition.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Wolters Kluwer, [2020]

Summary:

Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2021!Mastering essential microbiology concepts is easier with this vividly illustrated review resource. Part of the popular Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews series, this proven approach uses clear, concise writing and hundreds of dynamic illustrations to take students inside various microorganisms and ensure success on board exams.Straightforward lecture-style outlines streamline the review process, accompanied by hundreds of colorful illustrations that make complex concepts more accessible and bring microorganisms to life in vibrant detail. This edition makes exam preparation more efficient than ever with an emphasis on exam-relevant content, as well as hundreds of board-style review questions that help students confidently prepare for the USMLE.Revised coverage familiarizes students with the topics and approaches they're most likely to encounter on exams and in clinical settings.Lecture-style outline format guides students step-by-step through essential concepts.More than 400 full-color illustrations clarify complex microorganisms and common processes.Chapter overviews highlight the most critical information and make studying more efficient and effective.Illustrated case studies challenge students to apply their understanding to commonly encountered clinical scenarios.Hundreds of USMLE-style review questions help students assess their understanding and prepare for exams.eBook available for purchase. Fast, smart, and convenient, today's eBooks can transform learning. These interactive, fully searchable tools offer 24/7 access on multiple devices, the ability to highlight and share notes, and more.

Mastering essential microbiology concepts is easier with this vividly illustrated review resource. Part of the popular Lippincott® Illustrated Reviews series, this proven approach uses clear, concise writing and hundreds of dynamic illustrations to take students inside various microorganisms and ensure success on board exams.

Contents:

Unit I: The microbial world :

Introduction to microbiology

Normal flora

Pathogenicity of mciroogranisms

Diagnostic microbiology

Vaccines and antimicrobial agents

Unit II: Bacteria :

Bacterial structure, growth, and metabolism

Bacterial genetics

Staphlococci

Streptococci

Gram-positive rods

Neisseriae

Gastrointestinal gram-negative rods

Other gram-negative rods

Clostridia and other anaerobic rods

Spirochetes

Mycoplasma

Chlamydiae

Mycobacteria and actinomycetes

Rickettsia, ehrlichia, anaplasma, and coxiella

Unit III: Fungi and parasites :

Fungi

Protozoa

Helminths

Unit IV: Introduction to the viruses :

Nonenveloped DNA viruses

Enveloped DNA viruses

Hepatitis B and hepatitis D (Delta) viruses

Positive-strand RNA viruses

Retroviruses

Negative-strand RNA viruses

Double-stranded RNA viruses: reoviridae

Unconventional infectious agents

Unit V: Clinical microbiology review :

Quick review of clinically important microogranisms

Disease summaries

Illustrated case studies

Notes:

Includes index.