Oxford Handbook of General Practice, 3rd Revised edition--------------------------------------------------The Oxford Handbook of General Practice has been a lifeline for busyGPs since the first edition published in 2002. Covering the whole ofgeneral practice, with hands-on advice from experienced practitioners,this essential handbook provides rapid access to information to helpwith any day-to-day problems which might arise in general practice.The new third edition takes into account the significant changes inprimary care since publication of the second edition in 2005. Writtenin line with the new GP curriculum, the authors have provided new materialon the GP contract, foundation level doctors in general practice, andtraining for general practice. All chapters have been completely revisedand updated throughout, with input from a team of specialist reviewersand contributors. The chapter on child health has been radically updated andspecific chapters have now been dedicated to pregnancy and contraception/sexualhealth. The handbook also includes quick reference practical managementboxes for paediatric and elderly patients, a plate section of colourimages, and reference to online guidelines and resources.Revised toinclude the latest guidelines and management practices, this authoritativehandbook is critical reading for all those working in general practice.