From cosmetic to colorectal surgery, there are always new innovations and advancements in techniques, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. That’s why quick, easy access to these latest developments, as well as to the principles behind the practice, is critical for surgeons, nurses, and physicians, as well as students.

On OvidSP, Ovid’s innovative precision search and discovery platform, you’ll find a wide selection of resources in a variety of surgery topic areas—from comprehensive references that cover all aspects of principles and pathology to regularly updated journals detailing the latest techniques for specific procedures. And many have been designated high-ranking, must-have resources by third-party review services!  

General Thoracic Surgery
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Doody’s Core Titles™: 2.8-Thoracic Surgery, Doody’s Essential Purchase
A comprehensive text on surgical management of all adult and pediatric conditions, designed to summarize current knowledge and concepts of the surgical management of the diseases of the thorax, including congenital and traumatic conditions.

The Washington Manual of Surgery
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Doody’s Star Rating®: 3 stars, score: 81; Doody’s Core Titles™: 2.7-General Surgery, 2.6-Gastrointestinal Surgery
A comprehensive text on surgical management of all adult and pediatric conditions, designed to summarize current knowledge and concepts of the surgical management of the diseases of the thorax, including congenital and traumatic conditions.

Oxford Textbook of Surgery
Oxford University Press
Doody’s Star Rating®: 5 stars, score: 100
Covers all aspects of general surgery, including subspecialties, for specialists and trainee surgeons working in any part of the world. Key sections include molecular biology and EBM; emphasis on the humane approach with counseling, pain relief & care of the dying.