About Book
Human Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology I is a fundamental subject that provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the structure, functions, and disease processes of the human body. A thorough knowledge of these concepts is essential for students pursuing careers in pharmacy, nursing, allied health sciences, and paramedical disciplines, as it forms the basis for understanding disease mechanisms, clinical practice, diagnostics, pharmacology, and patient care.
This textbook has been carefully designed to present the subject in a clear, logical, and student-friendly manner. It systematically covers the organization of the human body, cell biology, tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, muscular system, nervous system, special senses, cardiovascular system, blood, lymphatic system, and the fundamental concepts of pathophysiology. Each chapter integrates anatomical structures with physiological functions and highlights the pathological changes that occur during disease, enabling students to develop a comprehensive understanding of human health and illness.
About Author
Dr. Pushpraj S Gupta is a distinguished academician, researcher, and administrator with over twenty five years of teaching and research experience in Pharmaceutical Sciences. He is currently serving as Associate Professor at Department of Pharmacology, School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture Technology and Sciences, Naini, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India. Throughout his career, he has made significant contributions to pharmacy education, research, and professional development in India. Dr. Gupta holds a Doctorate in Pharmaceutical Sciences (Ph.D.), Master of Pharmacy in Pharmacology (M.Pharm) along with a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm), reflecting his academic background and commitment to healthcare education. He possesses over twenty-five years of teaching experience in pharmacology, where he has been actively involved in educating undergraduate pharmacy students in areas such as anatomy, physiology, pathology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, clinical pharmacy, pharmacological and toxicological screening methods, psychology in health care and pharmacovigilance. In addition, Dr. Gupta has twenty-five years of professional experience as a registered pharmacist, contributing to patient care and pharmaceutical services. He actively mentors’ undergraduate students by guiding research projects and encouraging innovation, critical thinking, and practical problem-solving skills. Dr Gupta successfully supervised numerous post graduate and doctorate students and many more are presently registered under his supervisorship. His research interests encompass pharmacology, inflammo and immuno pharmacology, neuro pharmacology, endocrine pharmacology cardiovascular pharmacology and toxicology. He has published many pharmacy related patents and has authored and co- authored numerous research and review articles published in reputed national and international journals. He has also presented scientific papers and posters at various academic forums and has participated in numerous national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and Faculty Development Programmes ACADEMIC (FDPs), demonstrating his continued commitment to academic excellence, research, and professional development. Additionally, he has served as a speaker, session chair, and resource person at numerous AICTE, UGC, and other funding agency sponsored conferences, workshops, and scientific events, making substantial contributions to pharmaceutical education and research. He is a Life Member of the many professional bodies and associations, reflecting his continued commitment to the advancement of the pharmacy profession.
