MedicineNet's MedTerms Medical
Dictionary
Welcome to MedicineNet's MedTermsTM Medical Dictionary! The MedTermsTM
Medical Dictionary is somewhat different from the
traditional medical dictionary. Since this Medical Dictionary was first
conceived some years ago, the medical staff of MedicineNet.com has
added (and subtracted) entries almost daily. We have also revised
existing entries on an ongoing basis. The MedTermsTM Medical Dictionary
is
an online publication with the advantages of this electronic medium.
The MedTermsTM Medical Dictionary contains a considerable and
constantly
changing number of classical and contemporary medical terms. Some of
the entries to these terms are longer than regular dictionary entries
and are miniature medical essays. The end result is that this Medical Dictionary might be called an "e-
encyclopedic dictionary." We have called it simply a Dictionary to
emphasize its function as an easy-access, reliable reference.
Standard Medical Dictionary Terms Plus ....
The choice of terms in this Medical Dictionary is a purposeful mixture.
Entries in the Medical Dictionary include not only the usual standard medical
terms but also pertinent scientific items, abbreviations, acronyms,
jargon, institutions, projects, symptoms, syndromes, eponyms, medical
history -- all having to do with medicine and the biomedical
sciences, particularly anything of value and of interest.
By Doctors, For You
This Medical Dictionary was written entirely by physicians but
not just for physicians, nurses or allied health professionals. It
was designed to be of use to everyone concerned about health -- their
health and the health of those that matter to them. The fact that the
content of this dictionary is 100% doctor-produced by MedicineNet.com
ensures an unusual degree of professional expertise, reliability, and
perspective that is sensitive to the needs of those confronting
health issues.
Medicine is a field that is advancing rapidly on many fronts and
its language is continually evolving. In today's health industry,
there is constant communication between and among both consumers and
providers of healthcare. There is consequently a particular need for
a contemporary medical dictionary of high quality.
In the modern day complex healthcare environment, patients, their
physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals must be able to
discuss the ever-changing aspects of health, disease, and
biotechnology. An accurate understanding of medical terminology can
assist communication and improve care for patients, as well as help
to alleviate the concerns of families and friends.
We hope that you will find this Medical Dictionary a valuable addition to
your family or office's electronic library and a source of both
information and illumination in any medical situation.
-- The Editors, MedicineNet.com
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