The Division of Cardiology at 51 has published an electrocardiography resource book, truly the first of its kind: ,” is a collaborative synergy from the faculty and former fellows in the division, with the resident or emerging learner in mind.
Electrocardiography (ECG) has existed in the medical field for over 100 years, but important concepts about ECGs are still beyond the horizon for some trainees and physicians alike. By breaking down the 12-lead ECG using a simple system, the learner can quickly identify important findings, without losing a “big picture” understanding of what the ECG represents in that particular patient. Using a case-based format, the learner will gain confidence reading ECGs of varying complexity, from normal tracings to dangerous rhythms—and everything in-between.
The most popular resources for ECG interpretation are written with cardiology fellows or above as the target audience. By eschewing the dense, unapproachable style of overly pedantic ECG books, our review book uses a case-based format that is easily digestible for less-experienced learners. With a focus on high-yield abnormalities and clinical pearls, our book will enable those providers outside of the cardiology space to become more knowledgeable and confident when interpreting ECGs.
This book is specifically written with resident physicians in mind, being written at the level of a resident (rather than a fellow or attending physician) who may lack this pre-existing confidence with ECG interpretation. Rather than being focused on the minutia of ion channels, VT localization, and arrhythmia mechanisms, our book specifically uses a case-based format that provides an analytical system that facilitates a high-yield interpretation of the ECGs.
The ECG is still the gold standard of cardiology, and an incredible amount of information can be obtained about the patient, simply by obtaining one.With cardiovascular disease still being the #1 killer across the world, patients across the globe need to have healthcare providers who are skilled in ECG interpretation.This important resource is perfect for junior doctors, nurses, and other providers in the US and abroad, and will enable healthcare workers to hone their skillset and become more comfortable reading ECGs, so they can positively impact the care of their patients.
Some of the key features are:
· Utilizes a two-pronged explanation style to facilitate learning where the first prong is the “what” of the ECG, and the second prong is the “why” and “how.”
· Focuses on high-yield abnormalities and clinical pearls, to enable those providers outside of the cardiology space to become more knowledgeable and confident when interpreting ECGs.
· Uses a built-in question bank to test and reinforce concepts learned in the primer and case studies.
Physicians, nurses, allied healthcare workers, and trainees will all benefit from reading our book, due to the straightforward ECG interpretation system it espouses. Both industry and entrepreneurs within the medical education space may want to capitalize on the case-based style of our book by offering complementary products, like a flash card-based review tool, or a video-on-demand version that explains the interpretation for an ECG from top to bottom.
We’re proud and excited to offer this first edition ECG review book () to a wide audience.