Description

The twenty-sixth edition of Jawetz, Melnick & Adelberg’s Medical Microbiology
delivers a concise, up-to-date overview of the roles microorganisms
play in human health and illness. Linking fundamental principles with
the diagnosis and treatment of microbial infections, this classic text
has been updated throughout to reflect the tremendous expansion of
medical knowledge that has taken place since the last edition published.
Along with brief descriptions of each organism, you will find vital
perspectives on pathogenesis, diagnostic laboratory tests, clinical
findings, treatment , and epidemiology. The book also includes an entire
chapter of case studies that focuses on differential diagnosis and
management of microbial infections.

Jawetz, Melnick & Adelberg’s Medical Microbiology, 26e
introduces you to basic clinical microbiology through the fields of
bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology, giving you a
thorough yet understandable review of the discipline.

Here’s why Jawetz, Melnick & Adelberg’s Medical Microbiology, 26e is essential for USMLE review:

• 750+ USMLE-style review questions
• 300+ informative tables and illustrations
• 23 case studies to sharpen you differential diagnosis and management skills
• An easy-to-access list of medically important microorganisms
• Coverage that reflects the latest techniques in laboratory and diagnostic technologies
• Full-color images and micrographs
• NEW Chapter-ending summaries
• NEW Chapter concept checks