So much more than just a bestselling dictionary,Mosby’s Dictionary of Medicine, Nursing & Health Professions, 9th Edition is a one-stop reference to help you make sense of the complex world of health care. It features over 56,000 authoritative definitions, 45 appendixes, a color atlas of the human body, online resources, and more than 2,450 full-color illustrations ― nearly three times more than any other dictionary available ― making it an indispensable reference for students and professionals alike.