Home › Dictionaries & Terminology › Mosby's Medical Dictionary
  • Mosby's Medical Dictionary by Marie T. O'Toole book cover
  • Mosby's Medical Dictionary by Marie T. O'Toole book cover
1 2

Mosby's Medical Dictionary

by Marie T. O'Toole

A broad reference for medical terminology

$36.68 USD
$61.14 USD $36.68 USD
Save 40%

Hardcover New

Delivery to your door
Currently unavailable
Secure checkout
American Express Apple Pay DiscoverGoogle Pay Mastercard PayPalVisa
30-day eligible returns Returns & refunds policy

AlbakiReads Editorial

A broad reference for medical terminology

The 12th edition of *Mosby’s Medical Dictionary* brings together more than 56,000 definitions in alphabetical order, supported by over 2,450 color photographs and line drawings. Its coverage extends beyond terminology to include material on pathophysiology, treatment, interventions, and nursing care. A labeled anatomy atlas and appendixes on subjects such as lab values, pharmacology, clinical calculations, and abbreviations add quick-reference components. This edition also adds or revises definitions and illustrations, with new material on population health and updated pharmacy content. An enhanced eBook is described as including animations and audio pronunciations.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Medical and nursing students seeking a terminology reference with visual aids.
  • Nurses and healthcare professionals who need a broad desk reference.
  • Readers who value appendixes and anatomy materials alongside definitions.

Themes

Medical terminologyNursing careHuman anatomyPharmacology and clinical reference

Based on publisher information and book metadata.

Book overview

**Selected for 2026 Doody's Core Titles as an Essential Purchase in Dictionaries/Terminology**

Make sense of complex medical terms with this comprehensive reference! Mosby's Medical Dictionary, 12th Edition includes more than 56,000 authoritative definitions along with 2,450 illustrations - that's twice the number of images found in other medical dictionaries. Appendixes in the book and online make it easy to look up frequently used information, and an enhanced eBook version includes animations, audio pronunciations, and more. Helping you communicate more effectively in the workplace, this reference is an indispensable reference for students, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
  • More than 56,000 entries offer detailed definitions as well as the latest information on pathophysiology, treatment and interventions, and nursing care
  • More than 2,450 color photographs and line drawings demonstrate and explain complex conditions and abstract concepts
  • Convenient alphabetical organization makes it easy to find key terms and definitions
  • Color Atlas of Human Anatomy includes clearly labeled drawings for easy A&P reference
  • Detailed appendixes provide useful information on lab values, pharmacology and clinical calculations, NIC and NOC, infection control guidelines, symbols and abbreviations, and more
  • NEW!5,000 new and revised definitions reflect the latest developments in health care, drugs, and medical terminology
  • NEW!500 new and updated illustrations are added to this edition
  • NEW!New information on population health is included
  • NEW!Updated pharmacy content includes significant revisions to improve and enhance the material on drugs
Shipping & returnsShipping options, delivery timing, and our return policy.

In-stock items normally dispatch within 1–2 business days. The ZIP-code estimator on this page is informational only; the final shipping method, price, and availability are confirmed at checkout for your full order.

For the initial delivery estimate we use these transit windows after dispatch: Standard 5–8 business days, Expedited 2–4 business days, and Priority 1–2 business days. Holiday delays are not included.

Eligible items can be returned within 30 days in accordance with our return policy.

Customer reviews

M
AlbakiReads
Malaika Taylor

I highly recommend to for anyone looking for inner clarity

T
AlbakiReads
Thomas DiMassa

Great service and fast service

E
AlbakiReads
Ella

Great shopping experience! The book arrived quickly, was well packaged, and matched the description perfectly. I would definitely shop with you again

O
AlbakiReads
Olivia

Smooth.