For nearly three quarters of a century, Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics has been the world's most trusted resource for best approaches to pediatric care. The 18th Edition continues the tradition, incorporating a wealth of exciting updates and changes—ensuring you have access to today's authoritative knowledge to best diagnose and treat every pediatric patient you see. And, you get it all in a versatile multimedia format that keeps you absolutely current!

• Hone your daily clinical skills with an enhanced focus on general pediatrics under the guidance of new editor Bonita F. Stanton, MD.

• Understand the principles of therapy as well as which drugs and dosages to prescribe for every disease with expanded therapeutic coverage.

• Treat your inpatient and ambulatory patients more effectively with the absolute latest on new topics such as quality improvement and patient care safety - school violence and bullying - vitamin deficiencies - adolescent rape - effect of war on children - and more.

• Locate key content more easily and identify clinical conditions quicker thanks to a new full-color design and full-color photographs.

• Search the entire contents of the book online and get instant access to regular updates - patient education handouts - an image library for electronic presentations - over 1,600 review questions and case studies - and so much more.

A multimedia reference that never goes out of date!

Whether you're treating patients in the office or in the hospital, or preparing for the boards, Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 18th Edition is your comprehensive guide to providing the best possible care.