DeGowin's Diagnostic Examination

DeGowin's Diagnostic Examination, 11th Edition, is a clinical reference book that combines a physical examination primer with a differential diagnosis guide. The text is designed to help readers evaluate the undifferentiated patient and formulate evidence-based diagnostic hypotheses.

The book addresses patient history taking alongside physical examination techniques and procedures. It explains how to gather clinical findings during an examination and synthesize those observations into a focused differential diagnosis.

Organized by signs, symptoms, and syndromes, the guide supports students and clinicians in approaching the diagnostic process thoughtfully and systematically.