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Books: Text Books: Biostatistics and Epidemiology
Regression Methods in Biostatistics: Linear, Logistic, Survival, and Repeated Measures Models (Statistics for Biology and Health)by Eric Vittinghoff, David V. Glidden, Stephen C. Shiboski, and Charles E. McCulloch List Price: $79.95 Available from Amazon $67.27 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description This new book provides a unified, in-depth, readable introduction to the multipredictor regression methods most widely used in biostatistics: linear models for continuous outcomes, logistic models for binary outcomes, the Cox model for right-censored survival times, repeated-measures models for longitudinal and hierarchical outcomes, and generalized linear models for counts and other outcomes. Treating these topics together takes advantage of all they have in common. The authors point out the many-shared elements in the methods they present for selecting, estimating, checking, and interpreting each of these models. They also show that these regression methods deal with confounding, mediation, and interaction of causal effects in essentially the same way. The examples, analyzed using Stata, are drawn from the biomedical context but generalize to other areas of application. While a first course in statistics is assumed, a chapter Reviewing basic statistical methods is included. Some advanced topics are covered but the presentation remains intuitive. A brief introduction to regression analysis of complex surveys and notes for further reading are provided. For many students and researchers learning to use these methods, this one book may be all they need to conduct and interpret multipredictor regression analyses. The authors are on the faculty in the Division of Biostatistics, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco, and are authors or co-authors of more than 200 methodological as well as applied papers in the biological and biomedical sciences. The senior author, Charles E. McCulloch, is head of the Division and author of Generalized Linear Mixed Models (2003), Generalized, Linear, and Mixed Models (2000), and Variance Components (1992). From the Reviews: "This book provides a unified introduction to the regression methods listed in the titleThe methods are well illustrated by data drawn from medical studiesA real strength of this book is the careful discussion of issues common to all of the multipredictor methods covered." journal of Biopharmaceutical Statistics, 2005 "This book is not just for biostatisticians. It is, in fact, a very good, and relatively nonmathematical, overview of multipredictor regression models. Although the examples are biologically oriented, they are generally easy to understand and followI heartily recommend the book" Technometrics, February 2006 "Overall, the text provides an overview of regression methods that is particularly strong in its breadth of coverage and emphasis on insight in place of mathematical detail. As intended, this well-unified approach should appeal to students who learn conceptually and verbally." journal of the American Statistical Association, March 2006 |
Health and Numbers: A Problems-Based Introduction to Biostatisticsby Chap T. Le List Price: $73.50 Available from Amazon $59.60 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Product Review "a revised and expanded edition" (Journal of the American Statistical Association, December 2002) Book Description Health & Numbers A Problems-Based Introduction to Biostatistics Second Edition Chap T. Le, Ph.D. Newly revised and updated, Health and Numbers, Second Edition serves as a concise introduction to basic statistical concepts and reasoning at a level suitable for a broad spectrum of students and professionals in medicine and allied health fields. This user-friendly resource uses real-life examples with real data to emphasize fundamental biostatistical concepts. The book treats fundamental statistical methods with a practical, problems-based approach. It covers the nuts and bolts of elementary applied statistics for those who have no prior knowledge and experience in statistics. It provides an overview of basic ideas on standardization and rates and graphical techniques, offers more exercises than did the first edition, and features Microsoft® Excel and SAS samples, and new chapters on comparisons of means and proportions, as well as regression and correlation techniques. Health and Numbers, Second Edition strikes a balance between principles and methods of calculation that is particularly useful for students in medicine and health-related fields who are struggling with required courses in biostatistics.
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Osteoporosisby Robert Marcus, David Feldman, and Jennifer Kelsey Available from Amazon $250.00 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Product Review "A small number of excellent journals and textbooks on various aspects of osteoporosis are already available, but a textbook focused solely on this condition and encompassing this diversity of research has been lacking. This book does a terrific job of filling the gap. It contains 70 chapters grouped in six sections All the chapters are authoritative and include up-to-date references Osteoporosis is quite comprehensive; indeed, topics that typically receive brief treatment elsewhere (osteoporosis in minority groups and in men) receive entire chapters here The book also covers relevant methodologic concepts, no doubt reflecting the editors desire to make the material accessible to readers with other primary research interests." --Anne C. Looker, National Center for Health Statistics, in THE NEW ENGLAND journal OF MEDICINE "In this hefty reference, 70 contributions cover all aspects of the subject, including the effects of numerous genetic and environmental factors, structural and biomechanical underpinnings, ethnoepidemiology, cellular mechanisms, radiologic assessment, clinical descriptions, and therapeutics." --SCITECH BOOK NEWS "This is a beautiful set of slides, designed specifically for teaching the subject of bone metabolism. The accompanying legends contain much information. The set is clearly made for both the student and the teacher and covers a much wider subject than the title suggests." --M. Laurence, journal OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY "The editors have managed to produce a work which is interesting, comprehensive, and up-to-date: each chapter has something new and important to say. Whichever direction one chooses to approach this monumental work I predict that it will be worthwhile; I have consumed most of it piecemeal and could find no significant fault. Orthopaedic surgeons have little time to read, and a limited inclination to do so: but they are constantly dealing with the end results of osteoporosis. This book should be on their shelves and chapters read individually." --R. Smith in journal OF BONE & JOINT SURGERY Product Review "A small number of excellent journals and textbooks on various aspects of osteoporosis are already available, but a textbook focused solely on this condition and encompassing this diversity of research has been lacking. This book does a terrific job of filling the gap. It contains 70 chapters grouped in six sections All the chapters are authoritative and include up-to-date references Osteoporosis is quite comprehensive; indeed, topics that typically receive brief treatment elsewhere (osteoporosis in minority groups and in men) receive entire chapters here The book also covers relevant methodologic concepts, no doubt reflecting the editors desire to make the material accessible to readers with other primary research interests." --Anne C. Looker, National Center for Health Statistics, in THE NEW ENGLAND journal OF MEDICINE "In this hefty reference, 70 contributions cover all aspects of the subject, including the effects of numerous genetic and environmental factors, structural and biomechanical underpinnings, ethnoepidemiology, cellular mechanisms, radiologic assessment, clinical descriptions, and therapeutics." --SCITECH BOOK NEWS "This is a beautiful set of slides, designed specifically for teaching the subject of bone metabolism. The accompanying legends contain much information. The set is clearly made for both the student and the teacher and covers a much wider subject than the title suggests." --M. Laurence, journal OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY "The editors have managed to produce a work which is interesting, comprehensive, and up-to-date: each chapter has something new and important to say. Whichever direction one chooses to approach this monumental work I predict that it will be worthwhile; I have consumed most of it piecemeal and could find no significant fault. Orthopaedic surgeons have little time to read, and a limited inclination to do so: but they are constantly dealing with the end results of osteoporosis. This book should be on their shelves and chapters read individually." --R. Smith in journal OF BONE & JOINT SURGERY |
Concepts of Epidemiology: An integrated introduction to the ideas, theories, principles and methods of epidemiology by Raj Bhopal List Price: $49.95 Available from Amazon $44.14 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description explains and illustrates the key concepts that underpin the science of epidemiology and its applications to policy making, health service planning, and health promotion Book Info Univ. of Edinburgh, Scotland. Explains and illustrates the language, principles, and methods underlying the science of epidemiology, and its applications to policy making, health service planning, and health promotion. Each chapter ends with a summary. Emphasis is placed on integrating the ideas of epidemiology. For postgraduate beginning courses. Softcover. DNLM: Epidemiology. |
Medical Biostatistics and Epidemiology Examination and Board Reviewby Diane Essex-Sorlie Available from Amazon $39.95 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Each chapter presents a case study, an explanation of the material, and ends with a summary and Review questions an ideal resource to Review for the USMLE Steps 1 and 2. Book Info University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Review for medical students preparing for the USMLE, Step 1 exam. Includes chapter objectives, case studies, flow charts, and a 122-item multiple-choice practice test with answers and explanations. |
Statistical Methods in Epidemiology (Monographs in Epidemiology and Biostatistics)by Harold, A Kahn and Christopher, T Sempos Available from Amazon $43.00 On 7-21-2006
See Item's Page Book Description Monographs in Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Volume 12. |
Epidemiology: An Introduction by Kenneth J. Rothman Available from Amazon $31.95 On 7-21-2006 
See Item's Page Book Description begins with a brief discussion of causal thinking and causal inference then takes the reader through the elements of epidemiology focusing on the measures of disease occurance and causal effects Book Info Boston Univ., MA. Provides the basic tools necessary while stressing the importance of interpretation and 'epidemiologic thinking' in applying them effectively. Readers learn how to design, analyze, and interpret epidemiologic research studies. Softcover, hardcover also available. DNLM: Epidemiology. |
Field Epidemiologyby Michael B. Gregg Available from Amazon $52.50 On 7-21-2006
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