'Clive Handler and Gerry Coghlan have written a book that will become essential reading for the primary care physician managing cardiac problems in the new age of medical practice. In it they give clear, concise and readable information on diagnosis, management and treatment priorities in this most important field of medicine. The book uses current evidence and follows current guidelines to direct the clinician in treating conditions seen every day in general practice. It builds confidence in understanding the role and responsibility in commissioning cardiology specialist care. The narrative is peppered with real patient problems and sections giving advice to patients in layman’s language.

'This book will not only promote the primary care physician’s ability to manage problems in-house but also guide the commissioning clinician on putting in place appropriate and efficient specialist services.

'An excellent text that will be a valuable addition to the libraries of all general practices. Buy more than one copy – clinicians from practice nurses, students and registrars to the most senior doctors will all find it essential reading.’ Nick Brown in the Foreword

* Cardiovascular disease management in primary care
* The patient’s responsibilities in the NHS and around the world
* History
* Examination
* Hypertension
* Heart Failure
* Angina
* Myocardial infarction and other acute coronary syndromes
* Claudication and peripheral vascular disease
* Valve disease
* Arrhythmias
* Coronary heart disease in women
* Heart disease in pregnancy
* Sexual problems in men with cardiac conditions
* Congenital heart disease
* Heart disease in the elderly
* Perioperative risk assessment in cardiac patients
* Cardiac tests and procedures

Excellent. Unique. A most useful reference for primary care providers. It is to-the-point, with enough detail of practice-relevant material to be a valuable addition to every medical library. 5 Stars! DOODYS REVIEW SERVICE

'I shall keep Clive and Gerry’s book in the surgery for further reference.' EDUCATION FOR PRIMARY CARE