This book provides 25 family practice medical crossword puzzles which include body systems and common diseases. It is designed for a wide range of users such as physicians, NPs, PAs, RN's and is an excellent resource for students preparing for state board examinations. The puzzles are a fun and upbeat way to test your knowledge of common primary care issues. There are over 1500 words and clues which cover all aspects of diagnosis, disease management, and health promotion. The content promotes critical thinking skills and incorporates topics essential to daily practice. The words and clues are based on standard family practice sources. The puzzles are printed in a large format making them easy to read. Answer keys and a full glossary are included.Solving crossword puzzles can improve vocabulary, concentration, and memory. It is a fun way to test spelling ability and learn new medical words and facts. Crossword puzzles are said to be the most popular and widespread word games in the world. The first known published crossword puzzle was created by a journalist named Arthur Wynne in 1913 and appeared in the New York World. CROSSCHECK, Vol. 1 contains only medical facts and terminology and is the first theme oriented crossword puzzle book of its kind which features medical topics at an advanced academic level. Everyone enjoys the challenge of a crossword puzzle. It is especially appealing when the content is relevant to one's profession.This text uses terminology of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and all sciences concerned with the human body. It covers a broad range of topics with a special focus on pediatrics. It is a supplemental study and review tool in a crossword format and will provide hours of challenging fun. This book would make a great gift for anyone in the medical profession. These puzzles are for your enjoyment and provide a respite from the daily grind. You may find some of them fun; some of them frustrating, and some of them just plain irritating. In any event, you will be entertained.