Mayo Clinic Cardiology Concise Textbook

The fifth edition of Mayo Clinic Cardiology: Concise Textbook follows from other previous editions providing a comprehensive overview of the field of cardiology. This textbook is designed for physicians-in-training, be they budding cardiologists, internists, or related disciplines. It caters particularly to those preparing for qualifying boards and examinations who want a manageable amount of high-value information about the heart in an easily digestible format. This revised edition is updated to reflect current practice guidelines and includes key information that all cardiologists should know is presented in a brief and interesting manner. This textbook is not, nor is it intended to be, a definitive or exhaustive guide to cardiology.

Joseph G. Murphy, MD, has been on staff at Mayo Clinic for over 30 years. He is a Consultant in the Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, specializing in the areas of pulmonary hypertension, valvular heart disease, and hospital coronary care. He holds the academic rank of Professor of Medicine in the College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic. He has been editor of Mayo Clinic Cardiology from its inception and is author of over 150 peer-reviewed journal articles and nearly 100 book chapters. Nandan S. Anavekar, M.B., B.Ch, is a Professor of Medicine and a consultant in the Cardiovascular Department and Radiology Department at Mayo Clinic. His main clinical interest is the management of diseases of the pericardium, diseases of the aorta cardiac infections, as well as critical care cardiology. He is author of over 200 journal publications.