Editorial Review | This is probably the easiest way of learning the basics of chest x-ray interpretation. An excellent introduction for the beginner and a superb way of revising the subject for those of us who are rather rusty: Dr David Wilson. President of the British Institute of Radiology: The wealth of high quality teaching material in this carefully curated collection of 100 chest radiographs is impressive, and the authors have rightly concentrated on common, but clinically important, conditions. Another strength of this book is the repetition of a suggested scheme (given on the following page of each case) to ensure that the reader's evaluation of the chest radiograph is truly comprehensive - after some time this approach becomes second nature, and a good habit. Working through this series of chest radiographs will increase your confidence and skill at interpreting chest radiographs (n.b. confidence and skill are not synonymous) and there is considerable fun to be had along the way.: David M Hansell MD FRCP FRCR FRSM.: Professor of Thoracic Imaging, Imperial College, London: Radiological images are often daunting for medical students when encountered in the clinical environment. In this volume, the authors provide the reader with a basic introduction to the essential basics required to recognise common and important signs and go on to support them in developing generic skills that will enable them to extend their learning. Like the other successful books in the 'Unofficial Guide' series, this book builds on real clinical cases that you are likely to encounter during your undergraduate training. Each image is presented clearly with the relevant anatomical features and abnormalities highlighted clearly and set in the context of the pathophysiology. You will also be guided through the process of presenting your findings logically and professionally on a ward round or during an undergraduate examination. I'm sure that those who read this book will never be left standing in silence at the dreaded radiology OSCE station!: Professor Simon Maxwell, Professor of Student Learning, Programme Director (MSc in Internal Medicine), University of Edinburgh: This excellent book presents all the classic chest radiographs in a test-yourself format, with high definition images and a systematic ABCDE approach to reporting, based on its best-selling companion text "The Unofficial Guide to Radiology". Each x-ray is anchored in clinical practice by providing the history, examination findings and a succinct summary of how this common investigation contributes to the individual patient's management plan. Most importantly, the clarity of the on-image labelling gives immediate feedback, enabling the reader to make sense of each radiograph. This book is helpfully divided into sections with guidance on different levels of challenge and so will have a broad appeal. I wish I'd had a copy when I was a medical student: Bob Clarke, Director, Ask Doctor Clarke Ltd: The latest in the 'Unofficial Guide' series is this book on Radiology written for medical students and doctors in training. Put together by a group of doctors in training, led by editor and publisher Dr Zeshan Qureshi |
About the Author | Having trained at University College London, Nihad Khan completed his foundation training in West Yorkshire. His interest and experience in technology and multimedia drew him towards a career in radiology and continues to inspire his approach to teaching and medical education. Having trained at University College London, Dr. Mohammed Rashid Akhtar carried out his junior medical training at The Royal London Hospital and Broomfield Hospital. Having been ranked in the top three candidates nationally at interview, he started his specialty training in clinical radiology as a registrar in the London deanery training programme. He has a keen interest in medical education, is a medical finals examiner for the University of London, a senior medical school undergraduate interviewer and fellow of the higher education academy. Na eem Ahmed graduated from Guy s, King s and St Thomas Medical School in 2010. He completed Academic Foundation Training at King s College Hospital and a Visiting Quality Improvement Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital. Na eem is an Editorial Board member of Clinical Medicine and former Fellow to the NHS National Medical Director, Professor Sir Bruce Keogh. At present, Na eem is a Radiology Specialty Registrar in London. Mark Rodrigues is a Radiology Registrar based at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh. He recently won the highly prestigious Frank Doyle Medal from the Royal College of Radiologists. Following graduated with Honors from Edinburgh University, he has published research in the fields of radiology and medical education. Mark is also consistently involved in teaching medical students directly through the University of Edinburgh. He is also editor of The Unofficial Guide to Radiology. Zeshan Qureshi is a Paediatrician based at Great Ormond Street and the Institute of Global Health. He graduated with Distinction from the University of Southampton, and has published and presented research work extensively and internationally in the fields of pharmacology and medical education. He has edited five textbooks. |