Paul McNamara

Case-based learning is a fundamental part of teaching at medical school because it links theory to practice. Case-Based Discussions in Medicine is designed to help prepare students for clinical practice by working through authentic cases. This updated edition has been revised to reflect recent changes in guidelines. All cases are presented in a consistent style, and cover: history of presenting complaintexamination and interpretationdifferential diagnosesinvestigationsdiagnosis and management Each case concludes with background information covering the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria and clinical guidelines. The book is a study companion for medical students and foundation doctors and will help you: become proficient at writing up a patient’s history and examination findingsimprove your clinical decision-making and patient managementbuild your clinical knowledge From back pain and breathlessness to post-partum psychosis, via abdominal pain and jaundice, placenta praevia, and alcoholic liver disease, the book guides you through common cases in medicine, surgery, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics and psychiatry.

Systems-based practice exams based on past papers. Working through past papers is an essential part of exam preparation and practice questions such as the ones in this book are a vital resource for medical school success. The questions represent common, universal medical themes and practising them in a question and answer style will bolster your learning of key facts and help you to remember them for exams and ultimately clinical practice. The book takes a systems-based approach, with answers presented in a way that will consolidate your knowledge: they are succinct and to the point. The practice papers in this book have been written to help you ace your exams by testing your knowledge, improving your exam technique, and working on your time management!

'The Derivation of Mathematics: Mastering Secondary School Mathematics' delivers a logical, easy-to-learn approach to Mathematics for students, teachers and parents. Author, Paul McNamara has combined his love of Maths, with his academic and professional experience to develop the MSSM program. With its clear, detailed explanations of Arithmetic (the most basic branch of Mathematics), this program develops a deep understanding of the subject that students can apply to real world situations. This book is formatted so that each chapter is a stand-alone module that students can work through methodically and logically. It introduces, not only Arithmetic, but the concepts of basic Algebra and Geometry without overwhelming readers with other branches of mathematics. Its purpose is to lay the foundation for further study into Mathematics. The author's hope is to 'ignite a passion for Mathematics in school students' resulting in students who are self-confident learners and problem solvers. By developing their full learning potential they will make a real contribution to the world.

This behind-the-scenes glimpse of a non-league football club offers the unusual opportunity of viewing an entire football season at one club from multiple viewpoints.

An account and analysis of British planning in practice, as observed through empirical research including a range of case studies, this study's distinctive contribution lies in the linking of the procedures and practices of planning to the political economy of urban development.