Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine Current Therapy

Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine: Current Therapy
Volume 9 
Editors: R. Eric Miller, Nadine Lamberski, Paul P. Calle

Introduction

Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine: Current Therapy is a leading reference book in the field of veterinary medicine, focusing on the care, treatment, and management of zoo and wild animals. Edited by R. Eric Miller, Nadine Lamberski, and Paul P. Calle, this volume covers the latest advances in diagnostics, therapeutics, and surgical techniques for a wide range of species, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic animals. The book combines expert insights with clinical case studies, providing a practical and evidence-based approach to managing health issues in exotic animals.

Key Points

1. Comprehensive Species Coverage

   • Includes detailed chapters on the medical care of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and invertebrates, with species-specific guidelines.

2. Latest Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques

   • Discusses new imaging methods, laboratory tests, and therapeutic approaches, including minimally invasive surgeries and advanced drug therapies.

3. Emerging Diseases and Public Health

   • Addresses zoonotic diseases and public health concerns, focusing on disease prevention and control in zoological settings.

4. Clinical Case Studies

   • Features real-world cases to illustrate diagnostic challenges and successful treatment strategies.

5. Conservation Medicine

   • Highlights the role of zoo medicine in wildlife conservation and the challenges of reintroduction and habitat protection.

Why Read This Book

This book is a valuable resource for veterinarians, zookeepers, wildlife biologists, and conservationists. Its detailed and practical approach to zoo and wild animal medicine makes it a key reference for both clinical practice and research.

Conclusion

Fowler's Zoo and Wild Animal Medicine: Current Therapy is a comprehensive and authoritative guide for professionals involved in the care of exotic and wild animals. Its focus on the latest therapies, species-specific care, and conservation medicine makes it essential reading for anyone working in the field of veterinary medicine and wildlife conservation.