About Book
Human Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology II provides an integrated understanding of the anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology of major human body systems. The book covers the nervous, gastrointestinal, respiratory, urinary, endocrine and reproductive systems, explaining their structure, normal functions and regulatory mechanisms.
It also discusses the etiology, pathogenesis and clinical manifestations of common disorders such as epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, asthma, COPD, renal failure, diabetes, thyroid disorders and reproductive diseases. The book also introduces sexually transmitted diseases and cancer.
Overall, the book helps B.Pharm students correlate normal physiological functions with disease-related changes, providing a foundation for understanding disease processes and rational pharmacotherapy.
About Author
Dr. Sainika H. Rathod is an Associate Professor of Pharmacology at Gandhinagar Institute of Pharmacy, Gandhinagar University. She holds a Ph.D in Pharmacology and has over 14.1 years of academic experience. Her research focuses on pharmacology, medical devices, and translational healthcare innovation. She has secured multiple Indian patents and a UK patent covering diagnostic technologies for neurological disorders, diabetic neuropathy, heart disease, blood glucose monitoring, and mouth cancer detection. She has published research in reputed Scopus indexed journals and is an active member of the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences, Association of Pharmaceutical Teachers of India, and Gujarat State Pharmacy Council. She remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advancing pharmaceutical education through impactful scientific contributions nationally.
Dr. Rajasekaran.S M.Pharm, PhD., is working as a Professor cum HOD, Department of Pharmacology, Al-Azhar College of Pharmacy, Thodupuzha, Idukki Dist, Kerala. He has credit 15 years of teaching experience at UG and PG levels both in Indian and abroad universities. He has written many research papers and guided several Ph.D. Students. He is the life member of many professional bodies like Committee for Control and Supervision of Experiments on Animals (CCSEA), Indian Pharmacological Society (IPS) and Laboratory Animal Scientists Association (LASA)
Dr. Manoj Patel is an accomplished pharmacy academician, researcher, and pharmaceutical professional with more than 13 years of experience in teaching and pharmaceutical industry practices. His professional expertise encompasses pharmacy education, quality assurance, quality control, pharmaceutical documentation, and research, providing him with a strong combination of academic and practical knowledge. Dr. Patel earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Pharmacy) from Madhyanchal Professional University, Bhopal, in 2025. His research experience includes formulation and evaluation of Metformin Hydrochloride floating microspheres and the design and evaluation of Repaglinide transdermal patches. Dr. Patel possesses practical expertise in analytical techniques including UV-Visible Spectroscopy, HPLC, GC, HPTLC, pH measurement, and rotary vacuum equipment. As an author and educator, Dr. Patel is committed to promoting clear, systematic, and application-oriented pharmaceutical education.
Anjali Saini is an Assistant Professor of Pharmacology at Geeta University. A highly accomplished academic, she is both GPAT and NIPER qualified, reflecting her rigorous training and expertise in pharmaceutical sciences. Her primary research and teaching focus centers on neurobiology and neuroscience, exploring the intricate chemical pathways of the brain. An active contributor to the scientific community, she has authored several books, published numerous research articles, and holds multiple patents. Beyond her research, she frequently participates in national and international conferences and actively engages in Faculty Development Programs (FDPs) to advance pharmaceutical education. This book reflects her dedication to empowering the next generation of researchers and scientific minds.
