John Murtagh

"To practise medicine is a privilege, to practise it well is a difficult challenge, but not to learn from one's mistakes is unforgivable"

Renowned Emeritus Professor John Murtagh is an academic General Practitioner; Professorial Fellow of General Practice at the University of Melbourne; Adjunct Clinical Professor in the Graduate School of Medicine, the University of Notre Dame and Guest Professor at Peking University Health Science Centre.

He is also highly acclaimed author of several internationally adopted textbooks including John Murtagh’s General Practice which has been translated into thirteen languages and is available in hard copy and electronically.

What kind of books does John Murtagh write?

He writes medical textbooks and practical clinical guides focused on general practice, including comprehensive reference texts, concise practice tips, and case history collections.

Who are his books intended for?

His books are primarily aimed at medical students, general practitioners, trainees and other clinicians seeking practical general practice guidance.

Where should I start if I am new to his work?

For a comprehensive foundation start with John Murtagh's General Practice. For quick clinical reference use Murtagh's Practice Tips. For learning from real cases try Murtagh's Cautionary Tales.