"Curbside Consultation" is a comprehensive compilation of carefully selected blogs from Admiral Anand's virtual space at www.roastedamygdala.com over the past 4-5 years. Each entry, mostly written as an engaging story, offers profound insights into crucial topics, shining a light on the nuanced challenges embedded within the landscape of medical practice in India. He navigates the treacherous waters of ethical dilemmas, medical prognostication, and the daily quandaries faced by doctors with a grace and acuity that is truly commendable. The titular essay, "Curbside Consultation," delves deep into the consequences that doctors grapple with on a daily basis, enriched by anecdotes that add a layer of depth to the narrative. Noteworthy stories such as 'Low-Cost Pharma,' 'Research in India,' 'Baba Blacksheep,' 'Living Will and Green Hair,' and 'Rainbows and Unicorns' showcase his versatility, covering a spectrum of topics from pharmaceutical intricacies to the fascinating intersection of philosophy and science. From the Foreword by Prof Subrat K Acharya, Executive Director (Gastroenterology), Fortis Healthcare and Pro-Chancellor, KIIT University.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to questions that are often left unanswered by traditional IBS references that are not designed for gastroenterologists? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or patients with complications that need management? Curbside Consultation in IBS: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick and direct answers to the thorny questions commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between colleagues. Dr. Brian E. Lacy has designed this unique reference, which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with IBS. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to IBS with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate the treatment of IBS patients. Some of the questions that are answered:• How can you safely and effectively diagnose IBS? Are diagnostic tests required, and if so, what are they? • What should I tell my patient about the natural history of IBS? What other disorders are commonly found in IBS patients? • What dietary interventions will help my patient? • What is the role of probiotics in my patient? Why do they work and are they all the same? • Are there new therapies for IBS? What about antibiotics? What is linaclotide and why might it help my patient? Bonus Material: With each new book purchase, gain full access to a fully searchable website where you will be able to: o Access all 49 questions and answers from the book o Access additional questions added each month o Access video clips to supplement the material presented in the book and online o Submit your own suggested questions and/or questions and answers o Suggest alternate answers to the 49 questions o Submit your own images and video content Curbside Consultation in IBS: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume clinicians will appreciate. Gastroenterologists, fellows and residents in training, surgical attendings, and surgical residents will benefit from the user-friendly and casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric ophthalmology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. Rudolph Wagner has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric ophthalmology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric ophthalmology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Some of the questions that are answered: • How do I make the diagnosis of amblyopia? • How can I differentiate a true strabismus from a pseudo-strabismus? • How do I diagnose and treat corneal abrasions? Does patching remain an important component of therapy? • What is naso-lacrimal duct obstruction? How is it managed? When should I refer these children? • How can I determine if a “red eye” is caused by a bacterial infection, viral infection or an allergic reaction? How are they managed? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, emergency room physicians, physician assistants and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology has been updated into a Second Edition! The Second Edition contains new questions and is completely updated! Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition contains new questions and brief, practical, evidence-based answers to the most frequently asked questions that are posed during a “curbside consultation” between surgical colleagues. Dr. Andrew G. Lee and associate editors Dr. Paul W. Brazis and Dr. Lanning B. Kline have designed this unique reference in which neuro-ophthalmologists offer expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with neuro-ophthalmology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to neuro-ophthalmology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate common clinical dilemmas. Some of the questions that are answered inside theSecond Editioninclude: What is the evaluation for papilledema? What is the work up for third nerve palsy? What is the treatment for giant cell arteritis? What is the evaluation for optic disc edema with a macular star? What is the evaluation for anisocoria? Curbside Consultation in Neuro-Ophthalmology: 49 Clinical Questions, Second Edition provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert pearls that even high-volume ophthalmologists will appreciate. Residents, fellows, and practicing physicians alike will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within.

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional pediatric dermatology references? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or controversial decisions? Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Dermatology: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick answers to the tricky questions most commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between pediatricians. Dr. James Treat has designed this unique reference which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with pediatric dermatology. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to pediatric dermatology with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references allow readers to browse large amounts of information in an expedited fashion. Curbside Consultation in Pediatric Dermatology: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume pediatricians will appreciate. Pediatricians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and family practitioners will benefit from the user-friendly, casual format and the expert advice contained within. Some of the questions that are answered: • How should I be working up and managing my patients with congenital nevi? • How do I manage patients with severe atopic dermatitis? • Which patients with hemangioma do I have to worry about? • What do I need to think about for children with cafe au lait macules? • Is there an algorithm for treating my acne patients?

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to those questions that are often left unanswered by traditional texts and references in oculoplastics? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for common clinical dilemmas or complications? Curbside Consultation in Oculoplastics: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick and direct answers to the thorny questions most commonly posed during a "curbside consultation" between experienced clinicians. Dr. Robert C. Kersten and Dr. Timothy J. McCulley, have designed this unique reference in which oculoplastic specialists offer expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with oculoplastics. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to oculoplastics with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate common clinical dilemmas. Curbside Consultation in Oculoplastics: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert pearls that even high-volume ophthalmologists will appreciate. Residents, fellows, and practicing physicians alike will benefit from the user-friendly and casual format and the expert advice contained within. Some of the questions that are answered: * What do I do when a patient on anti-coagulants needs surgery? * When does an eyelid lesion need to be biopsied? * What are the general treatment guidelines for Graves' ophthalmopathy? * How should I treat bacterial orbital cellulitis? * How do you distinguish an orbital infection from sterile inflammation? * When should I be concerned about systemic disease in a patient with blepharoptosis? * What are the oculoplastic uses of botulinum toxin? * How do I know when to order an MRI or a CT?

Are you looking for concise, practical answers to questions that are often left unanswered by traditional medical searches? Are you seeking brief, evidence-based advice for complicated cases or complications? Curbside Consultation of the Colon: 49 Clinical Questions provides quick and direct answers to the thorny questions commonly posed during a “curbside consultation” between colleagues. Dr. Brooks D. Cash has designed this unique reference, which offers expert advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with the colon. The unique Q&A format provides quick access to current information related to the colon with the simplicity of a conversation between two colleagues. Numerous images, diagrams, and references are included to enhance the text and to illustrate the treatment of the colon. Curbside Consultation of the Colon: 49 Clinical Questions provides information basic enough for residents while also incorporating expert advice that even high-volume clinicians will appreciate. Gastroenterologists, fellows and residents in training, surgical attendings, and surgical residents will benefit from the user-friendly and casual format and the expert advice contained within. Some of the questions that are answered: What is the appropriate evaluation for fecal incontinence? What colonic infections are associated with AIDS? What are the current colorectal cancer screening and surveillance recommendations? What is the best way to manage chronic constipation? Where do probiotics fit into the management of IBS? How should diverticulitis be managed? What is colonic pseudo-obstruction and how is it managed?