Textbook Info

Information regarding the course textbook and supporting texts, as well as links to electronic versions.

Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14^th edition

The major textbook for the class is Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14^th edition. This is a medical school textbook, and is quite advanced in its scope. The book is available from the Campus Bookstore, as well as Amazon and many other Online sellers. Please make sure you obtain the correct version, ISBN 9780323597128.

Free Version of the Textbook

You can access the Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology for free through the Health Sciences library. You need to login through the PITT portal to access the book.

Electronic Versions of the Textbook

In addition to a large print textbook, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14^th edition can be obtained in electronic form, to be read on a number of types of devices, including computers, Amazon Kindles, Barnes and Noble Nooks, etc.

Links for electronic versions of the textbook:

Tophat

Tophat provides an interactive environment for learning. We will be using Tophat to facilitate class discussions and for homework assignments.

The University has recently site licensed Tophat, so you can subscribe for free at: https://app.tophat.com/register/ .

The code for the Honors Physiology class is: 775256.

Microsoft Teams

Problem based learning sessions will be conducted using Microsoft Teams. Each team has a separate site for interaction and posting of materials. You shpuld acquire a FREE version of the Microsoft Teams App for your computer or device.