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Book Synopsis: STATISTICS AT SQUARE ONE
The new edition of the popular introduction to the world of statistics for health care professionals and medical students
First published nearly three decades ago, Statistics at Square One remains one of the most popular introductions to medical statistics. Now in its twelfth edition, this international bestseller continues to be a must-have resource for anyone in need of a thorough introduction to statistics in the health sciences. Clear and accessible chapters help students with no previous background in the subject understand fundamental topics including summary statistics for quantitative and binary data, diagnostic and screening tests, populations and samples, survival analysis, correlation and regression, study design, computer modeling, and more.
This edition reflects contemporary understanding of medical statistics and emphasizes the importance of statistics in public health, including extensively updated coverage of diagnostic tests and new COVID-related examples. All figures and examples now include code to reproduce them in the R statistical software. New chapters cover the basics for understanding numbers and introduce the use of models in medical statistical analysis. Based on the author’s many years of experience teaching medical and health science students, the latest edition of this classic textbook:
- Highlights the connections between different medical statistics methods
- Emphasizes the proper use of p-values in testing
- Features practical examples from recent literature
- Contains end-of-chapter exercises with answers, some of which are based on the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Advanced Knowledge Test
Statistics at Square One is required reading for all medical and health care practitioners and students wanting to understand the use and value of statistical analysis in the health sciences.
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Looking to enhance your understanding of statistics in the health sciences? Look no further than Statistics at Square One! This internationally acclaimed textbook has been a go-to resource for health care professionals and medical students for nearly three decades. With its clear and accessible chapters, even those with no previous background in statistics can grasp fundamental topics, from summary statistics to correlation and regression. This twelfth edition has been updated to reflect contemporary understanding and includes new COVID-related examples. Don't miss out on this must-have resource!
What sets Statistics at Square One apart is its emphasis on practical application. The author, drawing from years of experience teaching medical and health science students, highlights the connections between different statistical methods and demonstrates their proper use. You'll find practical examples from recent literature, allowing you to see how statistics are applied in real-world scenarios.
With the updated edition, all figures and examples now include code to reproduce them using the R statistical software. This integration of technology empowers you to not just understand statistical concepts but also apply them using a widely used software tool. Plus, the book includes end-of-chapter exercises with answers, some of which are based on the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Advanced Knowledge Test. These exercises will test your understanding and ensure you're fully equipped to apply statistics in your medical or health care practice.
Statistics at Square One is more than just a textbook – it's your essential companion in mastering statistical analysis in the health sciences. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your understanding and make statistics work for you. Get your copy of Statistics at Square One today!
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