Book Reviews
A look at a few noteworthy publications by UMDNJ faculty and alumni
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Infectious Diseases of the Mouth: Deadly Diseases and Epidemics
by Scott C. Kachlany, PhD
Chelsea House Publications
This book is filled with practical medical facts, including the anatomy and biology of the mouth, the types of
diseases that affect it, and how they can be prevented and treated. The Society of School Librarians International gave it a “Best Book Award” in the science category for 2007 (grades 7-12).
Dr. Kachlany is an assistant professor and vice chair of oral biology, and assistant professor of microbiology and
molecular genetics at UMDNJ-New Jersey Dental School.
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Risk Assessment for Environmental Health
edited by Mark G. Robson, PhD, MPH, and William A. Toscano, PhD
Jossey-Bass/Wiley
Written by experts in the field, the book provides an introduction to current risk assessment practices and procedures by exploring the
complexities, challenges and controversies associated with analysis of environmental health risks.
Dr. Robson is an associate professor and director of environmental and occupational health at UMDNJ-School of Public Health. Dr. Toscano is a professor and division head of environmental and occupational health at the University of Minnesota School of Public Health, Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertification Examination for Physician Assistants, 3rd Edition
edited by Claire Babcock O'Connell, MPH, PA-C
Published in collaboration with the American Academy of Physician Assistants and the Physician Assistant Education Association
Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins This third edition features review material, test questions, and detailed explanations covering the critical content areas on the certification and recertification examinations, and includes updated content, new test questions and new chapters on geriatrics, pediatrics, and surgery.
Ms. O’Connell is an associate professor in the Master of Science Physician Assistant Program at UMDNJ-School of Health Related Professions. PA faculty who helped with chapter writing, peer review, and/or item writing are Matthew McQuillan, Carol Sadley, Sheryl Geisler, Lori Palfreyman, Melanie Trecartin, and Jennifer Roach.
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Transplantation of Composite Tissue Allografts
edited by Chad R. Gordon, DO; Charles W. Hewitt, PhD; and W. P. Andrew Lee, MD
Springer, Inc.
This text reviews, updates, and synthesizes the recent accomplishments and ongoing research in the field of
composite tissue allotransplantation (CTA), including some of the “hottest” topics in surgery, such as face, hand,
larynx, trachea, and abdominal wall transplantation.
Dr. Gordon is currently serving as chief resident of surgery at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/Cooper University Hospital, Camden. Dr. Hewitt is professor of surgery at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/Camden, and director of surgical research at UMDNJ/Cooper Health System. Dr. Lee is professor of surgery and orthopedic surgery, and chief of plastic surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pennsylvania.
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To submit a book for review, contact Carole walker at 973-972-3489. |
