Bonehead Electrocardiography

About the Book

Interpreting EKGs is potentially serious business. It takes time and energy to become a proficient EKG reader. In Bonehead Electrocardiography, Dr. John R. Hicks and Dr. Floyd W. Burke offer a commonsense approach to learning how to read and interpret EKGs easily and intelligently. In this manual, arising from many years of teaching medical students, Hicks and Burke, both practicing adult cardiologists, delve into the how and why of the EKG. They discuss the core ideas and principles—the purpose of the EKG and how it is designed to accomplish its job. Beginning with a basic understanding and moving to more technical reading, Hicks and Burke provide an easy-to-understand map, strategies, and process for gaining better knowledge of the EKG. A powerful tool for medical students, nurses, EMTs, and other paramedical professionals, Bonehead Electrocardiography includes illustrations, pictures, charts, personal experience examples, case scenarios, and end-of-the-book practice questions to present a unique educational opportunity for those interested in learning to take the mystery out of reading EKGs.

About the Author

John R. Hicks, MD, FACC, earned his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina. He practiced cardiology in Columbia, South Carolina until 2012. Dr. Hicks is now practicing in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina at Veritas Cardiovascular. Floyd W. Burke, MD, FACC, earned his medical degree from the University of Florida College of Medicine. He and Dr. Hicks started their patient-centered cardiology practice and taught at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine as clinical faculty members. Burke now practices non-invasive cardiology in Florida.