The internist must be an expert diagnostician who applies their skill and knowledge like a detective to solve an often difficult problem, craft a sensible plan and make a positive difference.Building on established diagnostic techniques, Essentials of Internal Medicine 3e presents a modern approach to internal medicine, equipping the reader with the skills to become an effective internist. This text presents practical approaches to diagnosis and up to date strategies for implementing evidence-based treatments for prevalent conditions.Learn how to• identify what is clinically important• understand and investigate disease• create an effective strategy for treatment• utilize technological diagnostic tools now availableDrawing on a team of highly esteemed authors who are clinically active and internationally recognized for their expertise in both internal medicine and clinical education, Essentials of Internal Medicine 3e is a guide to mastering the art and science of modern internal medicine.• Color illustrations to enhance recognition and learning• Clinical pearls• Memory jog lists and tables• Multiple choice questions with answers and explanationsContent has been organized around themes of:Holistic approach to patient treatmentThe importance of diagnosisThe physician’s role in public healthThe physician as scholar