Dermatology: An Illustrated Colour Text, 8th edition (True PDF)

By David Gawkrodger DSc MD FRCP FRCPE, Michael R. Ardern-Jones BSc MBBS FRCP DPhil
Gold standard textbook for medical students and residentsDermatology: An Illustrated Colour Text is the leading textbook for medical students, residents, dermatology trainees, specialist nurses and family practitioners needing concise, up-to-date information on recognising and treating skin conditions.Honed over multiple editions and packed full of high-quality images, the book is presented as a series of two page ‘learning units’ covering the essential aspects of clinical dermatology. It offers concise, easy-to-read information, and comes with high-yield summaries, clear photos and diagrams and an enhanced eBook version to support effective learning on the go.

Large format, double-page spread layouts – visually appealing and easy to read
Text is concise and targeted to the needs of medical students, dermatology trainees, nurse specialists and general practitioners
Covers basic molecular mechanisms of dermatological conditions
Includes summaries of essential skin biology and associated basic sciences that underpin clinical practice
Advice on established and emerging dermatological treatments, including dermatological emergencies
Over 400 colour photographs and illustrations of conditions students might not otherwise come across
Represents the cases that most commonly present in general practice
Summary boxes aid quick review and effective revision of key topics
Includes downloadable eBook version

New to this edition:

An expanded collection of pictures showing a range of skin tones
New section on gene therapy for rare skin disorders
Fully revised biologics sections, especially for eczema and psoriasis
Expanded coverage of other important and emerging areas, including:

Dermoscopy
JAK inhibitors
Autoinflammatory diseases
Atopic dermatitis and psoriasis
Hidradenitis suppurativa
The treatment of psychocutaneous disorders

This beautifully illustrated and meticulously updated text is more than a study aid; it is an essential companion for anyone dedicated to mastering the essentials of dermatology in modern clinical practice.This eighth edition has been thoroughly updated to incorporate the latest understanding of dermatological conditions, treatment and technologies, as well as increased representation of conditions on a range of skin tones to reflect diverse patient populations encountered in clinical dermatology.
Product Details

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier
Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 24, 2025
Edition ‏ : ‎ 8th
Language ‏ : ‎ English
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0443249660
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0443249662