A graphic and accessible introduction to evidence based medicine for medical students and junior doctors in the Illustrated Colour Text series. An attractive and accessible introduction to EBM for medical students, making use of case scenarios and colour illustrations. Addresses the important question of "why do EBM" and motivates the student by demonstrating its relevance to day to day medical practice. Uses cases from all the major areas of clinical medicine. Clear coverage of the four steps of EBM - question formulation, finding evidence, critical appraisal and the application of evidence to clinical practice. Illustrated Colour Texts