Microbiology, An Introduction: A Comprehensive Guide for Healthcare Students

By Gerard Tortora, Berdell Funke, Christine Case, Warner Bair III, Derek Weber

Microbiology, An Introduction offers a clear and balanced presentation of complex microbiology topics, making it an essential resource for healthcare students. The 14th edition deepens the clinical focus, integrating SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 coverage throughout the text. It also includes updates on innovative microbiology research, revised immunology chapters, and a comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion review.

Key Features:

• A focus on big-picture concepts and themes in microbiology to help students visualize and synthesize complex topics such as microbial metabolism, immunology, and microbial genetics.
• A trusted clinical focus that demonstrates the relevance of microbiology to future healthcare careers.
• Student-friendly narrative and pedagogically superior art to enhance understanding and engagement.
• Updated content on SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19 to provide the most current information on these critical topics.
• Revised immunology chapters to reflect the latest research and understanding in the field.
• A comprehensive review of diversity, equity, and inclusion to promote a more inclusive understanding of microbiology.

Publication Details:

Published by Pearson, the 14th edition was released on April 7, 2023. The book is available in English and has an ISBN-10 of 0137941625 and an ISBN-13 of 978-0137941629.

Why This Book Matters:

Microbiology, An Introduction is more than just a textbook; it’s a comprehensive guide that prepares healthcare students for their future careers. By providing a clear, balanced, and clinically focused presentation of microbiology, this book helps students develop a deep understanding of the subject and its relevance to real-world healthcare scenarios.