Primary Care for the Obstetrician and Gynecologist

Thomas E. Nolan, MD

Primary Care for the Obstetrician and Gynecologist is a practical, quick-reference handbook for ob/gyns, outlining the essential health management concerns for common diseases normally considered outside their specialty. Chapters present key data on specific diseases or syndromes and provide a detailed description for each ailment, important risk factors, prevention guidelines, screening protocols, diagnostic strategies, and discussions on control, treatment, and referral.

Areas covered in this handbook include:

• Cardiovascular and lipid diseases
• Endocrine disorders
• Nongynecologic cancer
• Gastrointestinal disease
• Skin disease
• Neuropsychiatry
• Otolaryngology and pulmonary disorders
• Infectious disease
• Geriatrics

Based on the American College of Gynecologists' guidelines for primary care, Primary Care for the Obstetrician and Gynecologist is an indispensable resource for all ob/gyns, family practitioners, or physicians who want to offer increased health care options to female patients.