Each chapter in the volume features outlines, objectives, line drawings, pronunciation keys and worksheets for immediate feedback. The book uses word-building and the body-systems approach to teach terminology. Medical records sections relate the content to real-life situations.

A better way to learn…a word-building and body systems approach! A true blend of words, art, and technology, Medical Terminology Systems and Medical Language Lab (MLL) work together to create an immersive, multimedia experience that tracks each student’s progress until they’ve mastered the language of medicine. An access code inside new, printed textbooks unlocks an ebook, as well as access to MLL. Or choose the all-digital Instant Access option, which includes the ebook and immediate access to MLL. See what students are saying about the 8th Edition… Amazing Textbook for Medical Terms class. “I love the format that each chapter begins with a review of the body system. If you are entering the medical/healthcare field and need to take a medical terminology class this is the best book because its thorough and easy to use.”—Zora, Online Reviewer LEARN—Build a solid foundation with the text Students begin by learning the parts of words—roots, combining forms, suffixes, and prefixes. Then, they use their understanding of word parts to learn medical terminology. Mnemonic devices and engaging, interactive exercises make word-building fun and easy, ensuring students retain the information they need for success. PRACTICE—Study smarter, not harder Based on proven language methodology, Medical Language Lab (MLL) guides students step by step from basic through advanced levels of proficiency to become confident medical language speakers. Students review what they’ve learned from the text and in class through activities and quizzes. ASSESS—Build mastery. Attain fluency. Students and their instructors can monitor their progress through every MLL lesson and assignment to identify the areas where they’re struggling. A Review section provides additional activities for remediation. The Student Lesson Gradebook identifies which lessons have been completed (or not completed) and the grade earned, while the Student Activity Gradebook details how each student performed on specific assignments and how long they took to complete each.

Now in its 2nd edition, Medical Terminology Express adapts Barbara Gylys’s proven word-building techniques for the short-course. Organized by body system, this text shows the connection between anatomical structures and associated medial word roots.

This classic text uses a word-building and body systems approach to help learn medical terminology and achieve a high level of competence. It combines the format of a classroom teaching text with that of a workbook, focusing on the terms you want to learn while helping develop an extensive vocabulary. Medical records have been added to each body system chapter to show how terms from medical records might be used in real-life situations. Key terms added to the front of each chapter for quick review. Includes an audio CD-ROM to reinforce spelling, pronunciation, and meaning of the word all at once. Also included is Interactive Medical Terminolgoy 2.0 CD-ROM, complete with crossword puzzles, drag-and-drop terminology exercises, and word scrambles.

"The emphasis in this edition continues to reflect current trends and new approaches to teaching and learning medical terminology with numerous ancillaries accessible on the internet. The design and flexibility of Simplified, 7th edition, enables its use as a self-instructional book, an eBook, or as a text in traditional lecture and classroom environments. The organization and pedagogical devices are structured to help instructors teach and students learn medical terminology easily and quickly. When instructors and students utilize the available ancillary resources summarized in the preface, they will find the suggested approach of teaching and learning the language of medicine is greatly enhanced"--