Essential Biochemistry for Medicine

Book Details

• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

• Author: Mitchell Fry

• Language: English

• Edition: 2010

• ISBN: 9780470743270

• Pages: 326

• Cover: Hardcover

• Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.9 inches

About The Book

Essential Biochemistry for Medicine by Mitchell Fry offers a highly integrated approach to teaching biochemistry for medical and biomedical undergraduates. Unlike traditional textbooks that cover biochemistry on a topic-by-topic basis, this book blends the science of biochemistry with its clinical applications, helping students connect biochemical knowledge to real-world medical situations. It aims to provide a basic, yet essential understanding of the biochemistry behind common medical disorders, focusing on their etiology, diagnosis, and treatment.

Designed for first-year students from various backgrounds, the text introduces biochemical concepts in a simple, accessible format, emphasizing key points that medical students must know. It offers clear, full-color illustrations throughout to reinforce the material and includes FOCUS sections that dive deeper into specific topics such as diabetes, HIV, and obesity. Additionally, quick references and links are included for students who wish to explore topics further.

This book is not intended as an exhaustive reference but as a concise, approachable guide to help students integrate biochemistry into the broader context of clinical medicine. Its focus on the "must-know" aspects of biochemistry makes it an invaluable resource for students beginning their studies in medical or biomedical fields.