Paediatric Clinical Examination Pocket Tutor, 3e

Keir Shiels
Jaypee Brothers
382 pages
ISBN: 9781787792012
July 2026

Pocket Tutor: Paediatric Clinical Examination, Third Edition is a practical and easy-to-carry guide designed for medical students and junior doctors. It offers a structured approach to paediatric clinical assessment, integrating real-world clinical scenarios with step-by-step examination techniques to strengthen both clinical reasoning and hands-on skills. Covering the assessment of children from the newborn period through adolescence, the book includes enhanced guidance on history taking, particularly in adolescent care, updated content on genetics, and a new chapter dedicated to child safeguarding examinations. Fully aligned with current paediatric practice and training needs, it serves as a valuable resource for developing confidence in communication, examination, and clinical decision-making in paediatric settings.