Sonia Friedman

The peerless guide to clinical management of digestive and liver diseases—updated to reflect the latest research and treatmentsAuthoritative coverage of the entire spectrum of gastroenterology and hepatology conditions, including therapeutic advances in Barrett’s esophagus, eosinophilic esophagitis, acute diarrheal disorders, peptic ulcer disease, hereditary gastrointestinal cancer syndromes, upper and lower gastrointestinal bleedingWritten by expert faculty physicians at Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's HospitalPresented in a streamlined style that makes learning and retaining key information effortlessMore than 90 full-color endoscopic and radiographic images enhance clinical decision-making and clarify imaging techniquesLogical organization begins with a section on general concerns such as acute abdominal pain, then progresses to specific disease categories“Essentials of Diagnosis” bulleted lists deliver instant guidance on identifying both common and rare digestive disordersUpdated references to recently-published clinically relevant articlesKey information from related fields, including gastrointestinal surgery, and subspecialties such as liver transplantation, advanced endoscopy, bariatric surgery, inflammatory bowel disease, mast cell disease, toxicities of oncologic therapy, intestinal malabsorption, nutrition, and state of the art imagingHigh-yield overview of effective treatment approaches for both acute and chronic viral hepatitis provides key perspectives on improving patient outcomes

Newly updated with the latest information on inflammatory bowel disease, Curbside Consultation in IBD: 49 Clinical Questions, Third Edition contains brief, practical, and evidence-based answers to the most frequently asked questions that are posed during a “curbside consultation” between surgical colleagues. Drs. David T. Rubin, Sonia Friedman, and Francis A. Farraye are joined by an expert group of contributors, offering advice, preferences, and opinions on tough clinical questions commonly associated with IBD. With a unique Q&A format, this text provides quick access to current information. Numerous images, diagrams, and references are included to better illustrate IBD. Some of the questions answered inside the Third Edition include:What are the new approaches to using and minimizing steroids? What is the evolving role of calcineurin inhibitors in IBD? Where should anti-IL-23 therapy be placed in the therapeutic algorithm for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis? What should the clinicians and patients know about biosimilars? What are JAK inhibitors? And when should they be used in IBD? What is the approach to loss of response to biological therapy? How should we screen our patients with IBD for depression and anxiety? With information basic enough for trainees and expert practical advice that even high-volume clinicians will appreciate, Curbside Consultation in IBD: 49 Clinical Questions, Third Edition is a must-have. Gastroenterologists, surgeons, IBD nurses and advanced practice providers, and medical and surgical trainees at all levels will benefit from the user-friendly format and up-to-date advice for complicated cases.

Pocket Guide to IBD, Second Edition is designed to provide quick clinical information for gastroenterologists, primary care physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who need to review symptoms, medications, and disease management, in order to decide effective diagnoses and treatments for their patients with IBD. Some of the topics covered are:Special populations, including pregnancy and childrenVaccinations in the patient with IBDTreatment of the infliximab refractory patientDiagnosis and treatment of perianal diseaseCare of the post operative patientDr. Marla Dubinsky and Dr. Sonia Friedman have created this go-to reference for one of the most popular topics among practicing gastroenterologists and other GI and primary care providers. Features:Comprehensive chapters in quick reference formatSymptom-based guide for diagnosis and treatmentTables highlighting the full array of IBD medicationsCharts and figures detailing complete treatment algorithmsThe Pocket Guide to IBD, Second Edition is unique in its size, accessibility of information, thoroughness, and clarity of content. This clinical guide will be the quick reference to turn to when treating patients with IBD.