Costanzo Physiology 7th Edition

Costanzo Physiology, Seventh Edition by Linda S. Costanzo, PhD — Published by Elsevier

Through six highly regarded editions, students and instructors alike have come to appreciate Dr. Linda Costanzo's clear, helpful writing style, logical organization, and easy-to-follow presentation of a challenging and complex topic in medical education. The Seventh Edition retains the step-by-step, to-the-point approach that makes this text ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Complex concepts are presented in a simple, easy-to-digest manner, and are accompanied by well-designed figures and tables that provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations. Fully updated throughout, this edition remains the students' choice for concise, clear instruction and a strong foundation in human physiology.

The text offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, integrating equations and sample problems throughout, and features chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points, boxed Clinical Physiology Cases for a more thorough understanding of application, and end-of-chapter questions to reinforce understanding and retention. Covering cellular physiology, the autonomic nervous system, neurophysiology, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, acid-base, gastrointestinal, and endocrine physiology, the book walks students systematically through each major body system with clarity and clinical relevance.

As Doody's Review Service described it: "The beauty of the Costanzo textbook lies within its simplicity and way the complex content is described in a logical and straightforward manner." Linda S. Costanzo, PhD is Professor of Physiology and Biophysics and Special Assistant to the Dean of Medicine at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, Virginia.