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1. |  By: P. D. Chaithanya Sudha Publisher: Pearson Education India Publication Date: 20-JUL-2012 Insert Date: 14-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Pharmaceutical Analysis
Pharmaceutical Analysis is a compulsory subject offered to all the under graduate students of Pharmacy. This book on Pharmaceutical Analysis has been designed considering the syllabi requirements laid down by AICTE and other premier institutes/universities. The book covers both the Titrimetric and Instrumental aspects of Pharmaceutical analysis which is helpful for use in multiple semesters.
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2. |  Healthcare Fraud: Auditing and Detection Guide, 2nd Edition By: Rebecca S. Busch Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Publication Date: 01-MAY-2012 Insert Date: 13-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Healthcare Fraud: Auditing and Detection Guide, 2nd Edition
An invaluable tool equipping healthcare professionals, auditors, and investigators to detect every kind of healthcare fraud
According to private and public estimates, billions of dollars are lost per hour to healthcare waste, fraud, and abuse. A must-have reference for auditors, fraud investigators, and healthcare managers, Healthcare Fraud, Second Edition provides tips and techniques to help you spot—and prevent—the "red flags" of fraudulent activity within your organization. Eminently readable, it is your "go-to" resource, equipping you with the necessary skills to look for and deal...
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3. |  Electronic Health Records For Dummies By: Trenor Williams; Anita Samarth Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Publication Date: 21-DEC-2010 Insert Date: 10-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Electronic Health Records For Dummies
The straight scoop on choosing and implementing an electronic health records (EHR) system
Doctors, nurses, and hospital and clinic administrators are interested in learning the best ways to implement and use an electronic health records system so that they can be shared across different health care settings via a network-connected information system. This helpful, plain-English guide provides need-to-know information on how to choose the right system, assure patients of the security of their records, and implement an EHR in such a way that it causes minimal disruption to the daily...
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4. |  By: Joel Rodrigues Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-DEC-2009 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Health Information Systems Despite the growing needs of populations around the world for care and delivery of services, as well as disease control, quality diagnostics, and secure records, there remains a void in literature of a complete reference that covers the latest technological advancements and innovations within the healthcare field.
Health Information Systems: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications provides researchers, administrators, and medical practitioners and academicians with a complete understanding of the development of applications and concepts in clinical, patient, and hospital information...
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5. |  By: Andriani Daskalaki Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-JAN-2010 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Informatics in Oral Medicine Advancing medical technologies are now developing cutting-edge computer applications useful to the field of oral studies.
Informatics in Oral Medicine: Advanced Techniques in Clinical and Diagnostic Technologies provides innovative research techniques on current technologies in the management of problems in oral health and medicine. A unique and comprehensive reference source, this enriched collection contains valuable computational tools and the latest applications in dental and oral research topics such as artificial mouths, laser melting, and dentist appointment management....
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6. |  Handbook of Research on Computational Methodologies in Gene Regulatory Networks By: Sanjoy Das; Doina Caragea; Stephen Welch; William Hsu Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-OCT-2009 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Handbook of Research on Computational Methodologies in Gene Regulatory Networks Recent advances in gene sequencing technology are now shedding light on the complex interplay between genes that elicit phenotypic behavior characteristic of any given organism. In order to mediate internal and external signals, the daunting task of classifying an organism’s genes into complex signaling pathways needs to be completed.
The Handbook of Research on Computational Methodologies in Gene Regulatory Networks focuses on methods widely used in modeling gene networks including structure discovery, learning, and optimization. This innovative Handbook of Research presents a complete...
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7. |  By: Mario Cannataro Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-MAY-2009 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Grids are currently used in many sectors of life sciences, including basic sciences such as genomics, proteomics, and bioinformatics.
The Handbook of Research on Computational Grid Technologies for Life Sciences, Biomedicine, and Healthcare brings together state-of-the art methodologies and developments of grid technologies applied in different fields of life sciences. This Handbook of Research considers the use of grid technologies to support research and application of each information level where life science research takes place - a useful reference source for academicians, medical...
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8. |  Handbook of Research on Advances in Health Informatics and Electronic Healthcare Applications By: Khalil Khoumbati; Yogesh Dwivedi; Aradhana Srivastava; Banita Lal Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-JUL-2009 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Handbook of Research on Advances in Health Informatics and Electronic Healthcare Applications In the healthcare field, there is limited literature published on the subject of global deployment, diffusion, adoption, use, and impact of information communication technologies in the context of health informatics and electronic healthcare applications. Due to a lack of such literature, those involved in healthcare spend a great deal of time searching and gathering information from various sources.
The Handbook of Research on Advances in Health Informatics and Electronic Healthcare Applications: Global Adoption and Impact of Information Communication Technologies for the first time brings...
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9. |  Handbook of Research on Distributed Medical Informatics and E-Health By: Athina Lazakidou; Konstantinos M. Siassiakos Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-AUG-2008 Insert Date: 08-MAY-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Handbook of Research on Distributed Medical Informatics and E-Health Recent developments in e-health have enhanced the healthcare industry as well as expanded the role of medical informatics. These emerging innovations have not only given patients the opportunity for quality of life improvement, but also opened the door to health communication exploration.
The Handbook of Research on Distributed Medical Informatics and E-Health provides comprehensive coverage of the most important issues, concepts, new trends and advanced technologies in healthcare. This enhanced resource of over 30 articles from international experts contributes a compendium of terms,...
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10. |  Preventing and Treating Missing Data in Longitudinal Clinical Trials By: Craig Mallinckrodt Publisher: Cambridge University Press Publication Date: 28-JAN-2013 Insert Date: 25-APR-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Preventing and Treating Missing Data in Longitudinal Clinical Trials
Recent decades have brought advances in statistical theory for missing data, which, combined with advances in computing ability, have allowed implementation of a wide array of analyses. In fact, so many methods are available that it can be difficult to ascertain when to use which method. This book focuses on the prevention and treatment of missing data in longitudinal clinical trials. Based on his extensive experience with missing data, the author offers advice on choosing analysis methods and on ways to prevent missing data through appropriate trial design and conduct. He offers a...
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11. |  How Data Science Is Transforming Health Care By: Tim O'Reilly; Mike Loukides; Julie Steele; Colin Hill Publisher: O'Reilly Media, Inc. Publication Date: 24-AUG-2012 Insert Date: 29-MAR-2013 Slots: 0.0 | Overview: How Data Science Is Transforming Health Care In the early days of the 20th century, department store magnate John
Wanamaker famously said, "I know that half of my advertising doesn't
work. The problem is that I don't know which half." That remained
basically true until Google transformed advertising with AdSense based
on new uses of data and analysis. The same might be said about health
care and it's poised to go through a similar transformation as new
tools, techniques, and data sources come on line. Soon we'll make
policy and resource decisions based on much better understanding of
what leads to the best outcomes, and we'll make...
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12. |  How to Master the UKCAT, 4th Edition By: Mike Bryon; Chris John Tyreman; Jim Clayden Publisher: Kogan Page Publication Date: 03-APR-2013 Insert Date: 20-MAR-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: How to Master the UKCAT, 4th Edition The UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) is used by the majority of UK medical and dentistry schools to identify the brightest candidates most suitable for training at their institutions.
With over 600 questions, the best-selling How to Master the UKCAT, 4th edition contains more practice than any other book. Questions are designed to build up speed and accuracy across the four sections of the test, and answers include detailed explanations to ensure that you maximize your learning.
Now including a brand new mock test to help you get in some serious score improving practice, How to Master the...
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13. |  Advancing Technologies and Intelligence in Healthcare and Clinical Environments Breakthroughs By: Joseph Tan Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 30-JUN-2012 Insert Date: 26-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Advancing Technologies and Intelligence in Healthcare and Clinical Environments Breakthroughs Clinical decision support systems, medical applications, and electronic health records each help to ensure the provision of efficient, accurate healthcare services, thereby providing patients with a better experience and overall reducing health care costs.Advancing Technologies and Intelligence in Healthcare and Clinical Environments Breakthroughs is a prime resource for both academic researchers and practitioners looking to advance their knowledge of the interdisciplinary areas of healthcare information technology and management research. This book addresses innovative concepts and critical...
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14. |  Chitosan and Its Derivatives as Promising Drug Delivery Carriers By: M. Prabaharan Publisher: Momentum Press Publication Date: 19-OCT-2012 Insert Date: 26-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Chitosan and Its Derivatives as Promising Drug Delivery Carriers Chitosan, a natural based polymer obtained by alkaline deacetylation of
chitin, is non-toxic, biocompatible, and biodegradable. These properties
make chitosan a good candidate for the development of conventional and
novel drug delivery systems. Recently, there has been a growing interest in
the chemical modification of chitosan in order to improve its solubility and
widen its applications. Chemical modification of chitosan is useful for the
association of bioactive molecules to the polymer and controlling the drug
release profile. Chemical modification will introduce desired properties...
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15. |  Healthcare Management and Economics By: Mika Merviö Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 30-APR-2013 Insert Date: 19-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Healthcare Management and Economics The long-standing debate on public vs. private healthcare systems has forced an examination of these organizations, in particular whether these approaches play corresponding or conflicting roles in service to global citizens. Healthcare Management and Economics: Perspectives on Public and Private Administration discusses public and private healthcare organizations by gathering perspectives on the differences in service, management, delivery, and efficiency. Highlighting the impact of citizens and information technology in these healthcare processes, this book is a vital collection of...
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16. |  Clinical Solutions and Medical Progress through User-Driven Healthcare By: Rakesh Biswas Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 31-JUL-2012 Insert Date: 19-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Clinical Solutions and Medical Progress through User-Driven Healthcare As medical technology advances and the number of users across different mediums increases, how do we continually shape medical education and practice to meet the needs of these users? Clinical Solutions and Medical Progress through User-Driven Healthcare provides comprehensive coverage and understanding of clinical problem solving in healthcare. The term "user" includes health professionals, as well as patients and anyone who uses the web with a user name. These "users" generate an information flow that "drives" the system's workflow (hence, the choice of the term "driven"). "User-driven...
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17. |  Managing Health Programs and Projects By: Beaufort B. Longest Jr. Publisher: Jossey-Bass Publication Date: 08-JUL-2004 Insert Date: 13-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Managing Health Programs and Projects
This essential resource shows how to effectively organize, implement, and evaluate health programs and projects. Managing Health Programs and Projects clearly defines and describes the work of managers in health programs and projects. The book explores the decision-making process, defines the process of communicating, probes the fundamentals of program planning, explains budgeting, covers staffing for programs and projects, and explains how leaders motivate participants in health programs and projects.
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18. |  Managing Healthcare Information Systems with Web-Enabled Technologies By: Lauren Eder Publisher: IGI Global Publication Date: 01-JUL-1999 Insert Date: 12-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Managing Healthcare Information Systems with Web-Enabled Technologies Healthcare organizations are undergoing major reorganizations and adjustments to meet the increasing demands of improved healthcare access and quality, as well as lowered costs. As the use of information technology to process medical data increases, much of the critical information necessary to meet these challenges is being stored in digital format. Web-enabled information technologies can provide the means for greater access and more effective integration of healthcare information from disparate computer applications and other information resources.Managing Healthcare Information Systems...
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19. |  Connected for Health: Using Electronic Health Records to Transform Care Delivery By: Louise L. Liang; Donald M. Berwick MD MPP Publisher: Pfeiffer Publication Date: 25-MAY-2010 Insert Date: 07-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: Connected for Health: Using Electronic Health Records to Transform Care Delivery
Kaiser Permanente has implemented the largest nongovernmental electronic health record in the world, serving more than 8.6 million Kaiser Permanente members. Called KP HealthConnect, its impact on patient care outcomes, efficiency, safety, and patient engagement and satisfaction already is of intense interest throughout the health care industry. In this volume, Louise L. Liang, MD, who led the massive KP HealthConnect implementation, collects lessons learned from the organization's successful deployment strategy and highlights ways in which the new technological tools are changing and...
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20. |  E-Health Care Information Systems: An Introduction for Students and Professionals By: Joseph Tan Publisher: Jossey-Bass Publication Date: 02-MAY-2005 Insert Date: 05-FEB-2013 Slots: 1.0 | Overview: E-Health Care Information Systems: An Introduction for Students and Professionals
E-Health Care Information Systems is a comprehensive collection written by leading experts from a range of disciplines including medicine, health sciences, engineering, business information systems, general science, and computing technology. This easily followed text provides a theoretical framework with sound methodological approaches and is filled with numerous case examples. Topics include e-health records, e-public information systems, e-network and surveys, general and specific applications of e-health such as e-rehabilitation, e-medicine, e-homecare, e-diagnosis support systems, and...
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