Second book in key diseases series: optimal primary care of HIV patients focus of new book
The American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine (ACP-ASIM) has released a new title in its Key Disease Series. The book, "HIV," edited by Howard Libman, MD, and Harvey J. Makadon, MD, is designed to support physicians in providing high-quality primary medical care to HIV-infected patients as newer treatments raise practice standards.
The understanding of HIV has continued to evolve as the disease has shifted from a progressive disease with frequent debilitating complications to, for many patients, a treatable chronic medical condition. These continual changes in managing HIV have presented important challenges for practicing physicians.
With contributions by 23 AIDS experts, the book's 310 pages include clinical vignettes, a drug appendix, and color photographs. Its ten chapters include: "Pathogenesis and Natural History," "Primary Care of HIV Disease," "Antiretroviral Therapy," "Prevention of Opportunistic Infections," "Diagnosis and Management of Opportunistic Infections," and "Infection Control and Risk Reduction for Health Care Workers."
The American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine (ACP-ASIM) is the nation's largest medical specialty organization and the second-largest physician group. Its membership comprises more than 115,000 internal medicine physicians and medical students. The College's publishing program includes journals such as Annals of Internal Medicine, electronic products, and books for the medical community and general reader.
ACP-ASIM is dedicated to the advancement of internal medicine so that its members can provide the best quality care for their patients. A nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, its mission is to enhance the quality and effectiveness of health care by fostering excellence and professionalism in the practice of medicine.
Sample chapters can be viewed at http://www.acponline.org/catalog/books/hiv.htm
NOTE TO EDITORS: For a review copy of "HIV," contact the ACP-ASIM Books Department at 215-351-2618, or 800-523-1546, ext. 2618.
310 pages, 2000, softcover; non-member price $35.00; members $25.00
ORDER FROM: ACP-ASIM Customer Service, 1-800-523-1546, ext. 2600; or 215-351-2600.
Ask for product code 330300890. Or visit www.acponline.org/catalog
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