Anatomy, of course, does not change, but our understanding
of anatomy and its clinical significance does.”
– Frank H. Netter, MD
Whether you’re using this 6th edition of Atlas of Human
Anatomy in print, as an e-Book, online, or in the Netter’s
Anatomy Atlas for iPad app—Dr. Netter’s paintings of the
intricacies of the human form remain as relevant today as
at first launch. The publication of the 6th edition marks the
silver anniversary of the first release of Frank H. Netter’s
Atlas of Human Anatomy—when its vibrant colors and
unique clinical perspective made it a must-have companion
in anatomy classes, dissection labs, and clinical professional
offices worldwide—solidifying his legacy to so many as one
of the world’s most influential medical educators.
Anatomy remains a cornerstone of healthcare education.
It is often one of the first topics taught in medical or
healthcare curricula. Anatomy is also central to so much in
clinical practice, from physical examination and radiologic
imaging to surgery and physical rehabilitation. However,
changes in anatomy education and its clinical application
over these past 25 years have been significant. Medical and
healthcare curricula increasingly integrate anatomy throughout
and dedicated gross-anatomy hours have decreased.
Some programs have discontinued full-body dissection.
Advances in imaging technology have provided increasingly
clearer views of living anatomy, and 3D models of anatomy
continue to evolve. Likewise, the Atlas has evolved. Thanks
to the tremendous guidance of leading clinical anatomists
and expert anatomy educators, as well as the contributions
of talented medical illustrators, the 6th edition features newly
created illustrations and modern radiologic images that
provide students with views of current clinical significance
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