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Whether you're an attending physician or simply attending a doctor's appointment, understanding medical terminology is integral to good healthcare. While the lingo might seem complicated, this guide can teach anyone to be confident with medical terms. Get ready to explore the origins of these words and discover how to decode their meanings.

• Get to the root--Unlock the meanings of medical jargon by learning how to break down words into their component pieces--the prefix, root, and suffix.
• Speak with confidence--Terms like arthrocentesis and cholecystectomy will roll off your tongue thanks to simple pronunciation guides.
• Test your knowledge--Every chapter ends with a quick quiz, providing a fun challenge and an easy way to help reinforce everything you've learned.

Build a healthy knowledge of medical terminology with this indispensable guide.