Ernsting's Aviation and Space Medicine, 6th Edition

“Another home run hit, this latest edition of a classic continues to be an outstanding primer and reference for the aerospace medicine specialty. The many authors are globally recognized. Like previous editions, chapters are very well written and unambiguous. I particularly appreciated the ‘Further reading’ paragraph at the conclusion of each chapter. The online version is even easier to read and has convenient hyperlinks to figures, diagrams, references and original supporting articles. It is highly recommended for the library of every aerospace medicine specialist” David M. O’Brien and James W. Butler for the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.

“In the Preface, the editors state that their aim was to create “an accessible source of reference for practitioners in aerospace medicine”, and this text certainly fulfils that aspiration. Many of the subject matter experts have returned to update their chapters for the 5th edition, and the layout has been adjusted to simplify the presentation of information. In summary, this textbook maintains the reputation of previous editions as a standard point of reference for those practising aviation medicine, or undertaking examinations in this field. As such, its place on the air station medical centre bookshelf is secure for the foreseeable future.” Surgeon Lieutentant Commander Alexander Wrigley for The Journal of the Royal Navy Medical Service.

“This textbook really stands alone in the market for its comprehensive coverage of all aspects of aviation and space medicine. This edition has successfully refreshed existing content and also managed to reflect current developments in the industry. In summary, this is obviously the definitive reference textbook for those working in aviation medicine and remains the recommended text for candidates preparing for the diploma examination. However, there is also much to interest the general occupational physician and those working in safety critical fields in particular will find a great deal of valuable substance in this book which is applicable to other industries. The clinical content in particular is widely relevant. It would certainly make an extremely useful addition to any departmental or personal library.” Lachlan Mackay Brown for Occupational Medicine.

David Gradwell is Emeritus Professor of Aerospace Medicine, King’s College London; formerly a consultant in aviation medicine, Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, King’s Health Partners and the Royal Air Force Consultant Advisor in aviation medicine. He is Immediate President of the International Academy of Aviation & Space Medicine a Past President of the Aerospace Medical Association.

Elizabeth Wilkinson is a Consultant in Occupational and Aviation medicine and was formerly Head of Health Services at British Airways. She is President of the UK Association of Aviation Medical Examiners and Past President of the International Airline Medical Association.