The book is designed to serve as a foundational resource for students of both allied health sciences and paramedical courses. The textbook provides a thorough understanding of the intricate mechanisms that govern the human body, making it an essential tool for anyone pursuing a career in healthcare.
It provides a clear and concise presentation of physiological principles, from the molecular and cellular level to the systems and the whole-body level. It is designed to be a valuable learning aid for students, as well as a quick reference guide for practitioners seeking to refresh their knowledge.
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Priscilla Johnson MD DNB PhD is currently Professor of Physiology and Associate Dean, Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research Institute, SRIHER, Chennai, Tamil Nadu. An eminent physiologist, she is an alumna of Madras Medical College and Kilpauk Medical College,Chennai,who has been a passionate medical teacher for the past 24 years. Her depth of knowledge and understanding of the subject coupled with a love for teaching make her an extraordinary teacher whose enthusiasm and passion rub off on her students.She was honoured with the Teaching Excellence Team Award in 2023.She is an able administrator,who takes multitasking in her stride. She is also a renowned researcher with several national and international papers to her credit.She is one of the adaptation editors of Ross and Wilson Anatomy and Physiology in Health and Illness. She has received NIH grant and was awarded 'Lung India Award' and 'Research Ambassador Award' for her research contribution. Her areas of interest are respiratory physiology, environmental epidemiology, thermal physiology and scientific writing.
