Biostatistics is at the heart of research in modern Medicine and its related sciences. More than 90% of published papers in reputable general biomedical journals invoke biostatistical concepts or use biostatistical methods.

Furthermore, statistical testing is the common feature of the evaluation processes of all scientific papers submitted to biomedical journals.

Ultimately, the entirety of medical knowledge and the corresponding knowledge of other health sciences is built upon these scientific works, regardless of whether their subject matter lies within the realm of pathology, surgery, other medical specialties, or other cognitive fields of various health sciences.

[Excerpt from the text on the back cover of the edition]