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Medical Transcriptionist's Desk Reference by Carolyn Collins-Gates
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Publisher: Saunders (5/9/2003) ISBN: 0721697631 Spiral-bound: 216 pages Dimensions: 11.1 x 8.8 x 0.6 inches Average Customer Review: based on 5 reviews.
This highly useful reference provides essential information that makes the task of transcribing medical reports easier and more efficient. Organized by the type of problem or issue transcriptionists are likely to encounter on the job - and written by an experienced, well-known medical transcriptionist - the format of this book is designed to significantly reduce "down time" spent researching information. It follows the AAMT style guidelines and provides quick access to facts related to anatomy, general medical terminology, and various medical specialties. Intuitive, problem-based organization presents information by type of problem or situation that transcriptionists are likely to encounter, for fast, efficient reference.A broad scope provides just the right amount of information for answers to the most common issues that most medical transcriptionists encounter.Authored by a well-known and respected professional, her expertise gives the reader confidence in the value, accuracy, and relevance of the material.Written to specifically reflect the AAMT style guidelines, for a direct tie-in with the accepted national standard.The best "first reach" book for time-saving and accuracy -it often provides the answer immediately, or otherwise directs the user to the next level search.

Customer Reviews
A definite must This book is an absolute must-have for any MT. I ordered it out of curiosity and am glad I did. I refer to it often. It stays easily within reach at all times. A great addition to my reference collection.

Not all that useful If you have a bit of experience, I think this book is too basic. I've had the book for three weeks now, and I have found only one answer to my "What did he say" questions in it. The lab section is useful, however, especially since it lists normal values for many of the common tests.

Want quick and easy, this is it! I always look for ways to make my job quick and easy. With 3 boys I need to make money fast. I keep one book on my desk and it is this one. This book seems to have the common and most used terms that the typical doctors office's use as well as the things you don't hear very often from the special fields of medicine. This is absolutely the easiest reference guide I have found yet. Do yourself a favor, buy this one. It is well worth it and will definitely cut down your research time.

Very informative and helpful desk aid. This is a must have for any transcriptionist (newbie or experienced). The information in the book is useful and easy to understand. The book provides valuable information such as frequently used lab tests, medical terminology, and physical exam terms. This books help cut down on research time when you are stuck on trying to figure out "What in the world did he/she say"!!!!

A good desk reference. This book has a lot of good and useful information right at your finger-tips. I would suggest this book to anyone in the transcription feild. This book has sample reports, do's and don'ts to follow, terminology, medications, ect. The book is fast and efficient!