Robert Kliegman Knihy

Provides information on etiology, epidemiology, pathology, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, prevention, treatment, and prognosis for all medical and surgical disorders in children.

Concise, readable, and up to date, this resource provides essential information in pediatrics from a trusted name. Its full-color format, high-yield chapters, and thorough updates ensure comprehensive coverage of core knowledge and recent advances. Ideal for medical students, pediatric residents, PAs, and nurse practitioners, it serves various educational and practice settings, including pediatric residencies and clerkships. The content addresses normal childhood growth and development, along with the diagnosis, management, and prevention of common pediatric diseases and disorders. New topics include COVID-19, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and Vaping-Induced Lung Injury. Each section concludes with Pearls for Practitioners, updated immunization schedules, and an expanded discussion on trauma-informed care. The text adheres to COMSEP curriculum guidelines relevant to pediatric clerkships and rotations, featuring a full-color format with images and new tables for visual clarity. Insights from chapter authors, who are also Clerkship Directors, provide practical knowledge and skills for patient care and exam preparation. An enhanced eBook version is included, allowing access to all text, figures, and references on various devices. Additionally, an Evolve Instructor site with an image and test bank is available to instructors.