Essentials of Community Medicine Practicals, 5/E for MBBS Students | PSM Practical Manual with Case Studies, Spotters, Field Visits, Viva Q&A and MCQs as per NMC CBME: 1

Essentials of Community Medicine Practicals, 5th Edition is a structured practical logbook and reference built for the Community Medicine (PSM) posting, aligned to the CBME Curriculum (NMC). This edition adds new topics on cancer, upper respiratory tract infections, and COVID-19 management. The book runs across 12 sections and 47 chapters, spanning Clinicosocial Case Studies, Spotters, Exercises with Calculations, Field Study visits, Research Methodology, and a Multiple Choice Questions annexure. Every disease/topic chapter follows the same workflow: a fill-in Model Proforma, a Medicosocial Discussion, a Management and Treatment Plan, and fully worked Prime Viva Questions and Answers. Who This Book Is For: MBBS Students. Postgraduate Medical Students. Medical Officers. Public Health Professionals. Why This Book Helps: Turns theory into a structured workup. Builds exam-ready recall. Connects classroom to the field. Keeps calculations simple. Stays current. Key Features: 47 chapters across 12 sections, including an MCQ annexure with answers. 16 Field Study chapters covering Anganwadi, Subcenter, PHC, and more. Fully worked Prime Viva Questions and Answers alongside Review Questions. Dedicated calculation chapters for Biostatistics and Vital Statistics. Recommended by RGUHS Bengaluru as a standard reference book. Read more