Palliative medicine books

Advances in medical science and technology are saving the lives of more children worldwide than ever  Read More >>

Communication is a core skill for medical professionals when treating patients, and cancer and palliative care present...  Read More >>

This began as a revision of Holland and Rowland's very successful Handbook of Psychooncology (OUP, 1990) but was...  Read More >>

This book provides a comprehensive, evidence-based overview of supportive care for the renal patient. An international...  Read More >>

Once a taboo subject, end of life is becoming a 'red-hot' topic as more people realize that the care and arrangements...  Read More >>

A practical, easily accessible A-Z of the common drugs encountered in palliative care.  Read More >>

This book highlights real clinical issues which need to be addressed if quality palliative care within ICUs is to...  Read More >>

This established and well-regarded Guide describes the management of patients with advanced disease  Read More >>

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One-third of the world's population is infected with the TB bacillus and up to ten per cent of these individuals...  Read More >>

Heartfelt, inspiring, and sometimes funny, Making the Rounds with Oscar allows us into a world we rarely see as...  Read More >>

Heartfelt, inspiring, and sometimes funny, Making the Rounds with Oscar allows us into a world we rarely see as...  Read More >>

Heartfelt, inspiring, and sometimes funny, Making the Rounds with Oscar allows us into a world we rarely see as...  Read More >>

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Supportive Care for the person with dementia provides a broad and full perspective, drawing upon the experience...  Read More >>

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Illuminating the Diversity of Cancer and Palliative Care Education examines a myriad of original approaches, techniques,...  Read More >>

This is a practical, accessible guide for nurses on the management and care of the dying and deceased patient. It...  Read More >>

Dr Watts considers the social context of death and dying in Britain today and the ways in which this influences...  Read More >>

The case of Terri Schiavo is a watershed in debates over end-of-life care. This volume assembles a team of first-hand...  Read More >>

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Long-established as the ultimate palliative care textbook, the 4th edition brings this much-loved book up to date....  Read More >>

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Based on the extensive experience of three clinicians in the area, this book provides those setting up palliative...  Read More >>

Developments are taking place in palliative care in which 'patient choice' has become a central idea, and patients...  Read More >>