“The text is well-marshalled and thoughtful with clear subheadings supplemented by a well-constructed index, and the authors have maintained a good, mainstream standard, to a consistent and helpful programmatic pattern.” (International Journal of Epidemiology, June 2008)

"The editors have achieved their purposes of assembling information to support future developments in epidemiology for the field of gastroenterology. In the process they have compiled a valuable, concise reference book for broadening understanding of the public health elements of gastrointestinal diseases." (Practical Gastroenterology)

"Worthy of attention not only by established gastroenterologists but also by all; clinical investigators of the future in gastroenterology and related fields of medicine and surgery."(Practical Gastroenterology)