Doody's Review Service

Reviewer: Shubhum Misra, MD, BA (Ochsner Clinic Foundation)
Description: This is a comprehensive guide to interpreting EKGs that covers all aspects of EKG interpretation in a systematic fashion. This book has seen many editions, starting in 1988. The online materials that accompany it make it convenient to read on the go, and the website is frequently updated.
Purpose: The purpose is to provide a comprehensive resource for clinicians interested in improving their EKG interpretation skills. The online version makes it a portable companion for general internists or cardiologists.
Audience: It is an aid for cardiologists and general practitioners alike. I originally read this book in 2009 as an intern, and now I am rereading it as a cardiology fellow. I continue to appreciate the well-written text and cases. It clearly meets the needs of its audience. The author is well-known educator of medical professionals.
Features: This book covers all aspects of EKG interpretation including arrhythmias, structural heart disease, and acute coronary syndromes. The book is best at teaching basic concepts and then building upon them to illustrate the broader picture. The most unique feature of this book, compared to others, is its simplicity.
Assessment: This update incorporates extra content on its website. Compared to other titles on EKG interpretation, this title stands out for its readability as well as its online content.