Swartz Textbook of Physical Diagnosis, 9th Edition

5 Stars! “…focuses on teaching the foundational skills of medical interviewing and comprehensive physical examination techniques…. The purpose of this textbook is to thoroughly equip healthcare professionals with critical knowledge and practical skills for comprehensive patient history taking and physical examination while fostering a strong relationship between patients and practitioners…. It could be used as a valuable comprehensive resource for a novice learner or as a reference text for an experienced clinician looking to sharpen or refresh their skills…. a useful resource that effectively serves its broad intended audience through its thorough, detailed, and systematic organization of information…. highly recommended for all students in healthcare professions learning physical diagnosis, as well as for practicing clinicians seeking a modern, comprehensive reference to refine their skills and stay informed of current best practices in patient-centered assessment.” Review by Karissa Gilchrist, MD (University of Kansas School of Medicine - Wichita), ©Doody’s Review Service, 2025. Doody’s Score: 98, 5 Stars!Review of the previous edition:“This edition is a tremendous augmentation to the standard approaches to teaching the history and physical examination to medical students. It gives the traditional perspective and greatly improves the educational process by addressing the diversity concepts and the need for professionalism that medical students must keep in mind.” –Vincent F Carr, DO, MSA, FACC, FACP (Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences) Doody’s Review Score: 100-5 Stars!

Mark H. Swartz is Professor of Medicine at State University of New York (SUNY), Downstate College of Medicine, Brooklyn, New York; Adjunct Professor of Medicine, New York Medical College, Valhalla, New York; Professor of Medical Sciences, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York, New York; Director, C3NY–Clinical Competence Center of New York, New York, New York.