A primer on how to deal with patients in an ambulatory setting and how to conduct obstetrical and gynecology physical examinations. An excellent introduction for medical students and intern physicians doing their rotations in obstetrics and gynecology. The book is spiced with advice and funny cartoons.

This concise manual of outpatient gynecological care is in its Fourth Edition. Chapters cover the full range of gynecological problems as se en in the outpatient clinical setting, and follow a consistent sequent ial organization in each chapter under the headings of history, physic al exam, investigative procedures, and management. New to each chapter is a section on patient education, and several of the chapters contai n tables that can be used for patient handouts. The book is reorganize d and new chapters include the topics of domestic violence, osteoporos is, alternative therapy, and prevention of gynecological cancers.

Helps readers understand the principles of health care and management for diverse types of delivery systems and the role of ob-gyns and other providers in hospital and office practice.

Over 200 color figures and concise, readable text guide students through the steps to perform a thorough and effective clinical examination and perform basic practical skills.