CLEAR, CONCISE, AND UP TO DATEHere is a direct, highly-readable way for students to gain a fundamental knowledge and basic understanding of cardiovascular physiology. Experienced practitioners will find this versatile reference to be the perfect refresher course and a convenient way to stay up-to-date on the latest research and developments in this ever-changing field.

#1 CHOICE FOR CARDIOVASCULAR PHYSIOLOGY
* Provides a short, well-mapped path to mastery of concepts and functions of cardiovascular physiology
* Clarifies the details of physiologic mechanisms and their role in pathologic states
* Links cardiovascular physiology to diagnosis and treatment
* Summarizes key concepts at the end of each chapter with locators indicating where the material is located in the text
* Offers new information on discoveries in muscle contraction, membrane potential, and more
* Provides an ideal quick review for the USMLE Step 1 with enhanced illustrations, an easier-to-read format, and handy new tables of normal cardiovascular system values
* Reinforces learning with new study questions
* Convenient appendix resources and a list of recommended readings

****[four stars] from Doody

"A pleasure to read and have, for both the beginner and the practitioner ... a concise but thorough overview of the basic concepts of cardiovascular physiology ... a welcome reference for those who wish to stay abreast without being overwhelmed by unnecessary methodological details."
* —from the Doody review of the Fourth Edition