{"product_id":"the-principles-and-practices-of-infectious-diseases-foundational-science-research-driven-practice-and-global-perspectives-in-disease-management-9798294857073","title":"The Principles and Practices of Infectious Diseases: Foundational Science, Research-Driven Practice, and Global Perspectives in Disease Management","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Troy N. Dowell\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Infectious Diseases\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Principles and Practices of Infectious Diseases\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoundational Science, Research-Driven Practice, and Global Perspectives in Disease Management\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a clinician-focused, research-grounded guide to the full continuum of infectious diseases-from molecular pathogenesis and host immune dynamics to bedside decision-making, outbreak control, and health-system leadership. Written for practicing physicians, trainees, pharmacists, microbiologists, infection preventionists, and global health professionals, the book translates cutting-edge science into clear, defensible choices at the point of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAcross its volumes, you'll find an integrated, \"bench-to-bedside-to-population\" approach that pairs mechanistic insight with pragmatic algorithms and checklists. Chapters open with crisp learning objectives and close with key takeaways, pearls and pitfalls, and pragmatic stewardship considerations to support safe, cost-conscious care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat's inside: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoundational Science that matters in clinic: \u003c\/b\u003e microbial genetics and pathogenesis, host immunity, microbiome interactions, virulence and transmission, pharmacology and PK\/PD principles that drive antimicrobial selection and dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eState-of-the-art Diagnostics: \u003c\/b\u003e optimal use of cultures, molecular assays and syndromic panels, point-of-care testing, imaging for deep infections, interpretation of biomarkers, and diagnostic stewardship to reduce overuse and delay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTherapeutics \u0026amp; Stewardship: \u003c\/b\u003e empiric and targeted therapy frameworks, IV-to-PO conversion, dosing in renal\/hepatic dysfunction and obesity, therapeutic drug monitoring, antifungal\/antiviral\/antiparasitic strategies, and de-escalation\/stop rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClinical Syndromes by presentation and pathogen: \u003c\/b\u003e sepsis, CNS infections, pneumonia (CAP, HAP\/VAP), endocarditis, UTI\/pyelonephritis, SSTIs, osteoarticular infections, intra-abdominal infections, CLABSI\/CAUTI\/SSI bundles, and device-related infections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Populations: \u003c\/b\u003e pregnancy, neonates and pediatrics, geriatrics, oncology and transplant recipients, ICU patients, and people with advanced immunosuppression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInfection Prevention \u0026amp; Hospital Epidemiology: \u003c\/b\u003e surveillance methods, isolation precautions, environmental hygiene, outbreak investigation, and program metrics that withstand regulatory review.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobal \u0026amp; One Health Perspectives: \u003c\/b\u003e travel and tropical medicine, vector-borne and zoonotic threats, climate-sensitive infections, refugee and humanitarian settings, and cross-border surveillance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublic Health, Policy, and Leadership: \u003c\/b\u003e risk communication, crisis standards, ethics in scarcity, antimicrobial access and equity, and implementation science for durable practice change.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Research Methods: \u003c\/b\u003e teaching ID at the bedside, building protocols, quality improvement, study design, and critical appraisal for evidence-based decisions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow this book helps you practice better: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClear pathways, fewer errors: \u003c\/b\u003e diagnostic and treatment algorithms, dosing boxes, and contraindication alerts make complex decisions faster and safer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStewardship built-in: \u003c\/b\u003e every therapeutic section pairs efficacy with resistance ecology, adverse effect profiles, and cost-conscious alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cb\u003eWho should read this book: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eHospitalists, internists, ID specialists, intensivists, surgeons, pediatricians, pharmacists, advanced practice providers, microbiology and public health teams, trainees preparing for boards, and leaders responsible for infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47576792236183,"sku":"9798294857073","price":10449.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798294857073.webp?v=1774901764","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-principles-and-practices-of-infectious-diseases-foundational-science-research-driven-practice-and-global-perspectives-in-disease-management-9798294857073","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}