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As titled, this text is an Introduction to Veterinary Anatomy and Physiology and is geared toward the veterinary technician and/or veterinary assistant student. It provides a good basis for students and would also serve as a suitable text for those needing a “refresher".
The text starts by reviewing basic biology and covers each body system with easy to read, easy to comprehend information. Illustrations, radiographs, and electron microscope images are detailed, but not so overwhelming that it will confuse students. The use of red boxes in several areas allows for focus on key points and better understanding of the material presented. The canine and feline sections offer clear information for the reader. A section on genetics is also included in the canine/feline reproduction section, new to this edition. The text also covers equine, avian, mammals, reptiles, and fish. In the appendix, there is a section on anatomical terminology and multiple choice practice tests. A plus for this text is the ability of the student to be able to go online and do practice quiz or “label the part” diagrams. The instructor can also use the online “blackboard” features for supplemental teaching, homework, pre-tests etc.
There are a few discrepancies in the exotics section, as stated in the review of the previous edition (Kathy Lyon, May, 2006 VIN), which were not changed in the updated edition; however, the text still offers the veterinary technician/veterinary assistant student a supplement to learn from. Understanding basic anatomy is most important in working in the veterinary field and this book provides the ground work for that understanding. This is a text I would like to have had when I was a student. I recommend this text.
Pulbisher: Elsevier Health, 2009
Soft-cover, 238 pages.
ISBN: 978-0-7020-2938-7