For nearly 70 years, Simpson's Forensic Medicine has been a world-renowned introductory textbook for students in the field of forensic medicine. This first regionalised edition, fully adapted for an Irish audience by Dr Cliona McGovern, presents all that the generalist or student needs to know about the interface between medicine and the law, including forensic toxicology, forensic science, forensic odontology, forensic anthropology and both the legal obligations and ethical responsibilities of those involved in the forensic setting.





Presents clear, concise text, illustrated with colour photographs of the highest quality to help you find key information at a glance


Concentrates on key principles relevant to your legal system


Includes the input of new authors who bring you a fresh, modern perspective


Provides expanded coverage of forensic toxicology and forensic science along with many important subspecialties of forensic medicine





Simpson's has a long and respected history. Read by many of today's leading forensic practitioners at the start of the careers, it remains the most indispensable guide to the practice of forensic medicine worldwide.