Avian Medicine and Surgery

by Robert B. Altman, Susan L. Clubb, Gerry M. Dorrestein

This new resource presents concise, up-to-date guidance on managing the full range of diseases and disorders in birds. An organ system organization and problem-oriented approach offer fast access to the latest diagnostic and treatment techniques for a broad spectrum of medical and surgical conditions, as well as infectious and non-infectious diseases. Thorough coverage of applied anatomy and physiology presents the background necessary for making good clinical choices. Offers detailed information about clinical pharmacology, including dosage regimens and metabolism. A drug formulary contains current dosage recommendations. Provides a taxonomy chart for all bird species. Illustrates pathology through extensive use of colour photographs.

1070 pages, Hardcover

First published October 28, 1996