Basic Radiotherapy Physics and Biology
Author | : David S. Chang |
Publisher | : Springer |
Total Pages | : 348 |
Release | : 2014-09-19 |
ISBN-10 | : 9783319068411 |
ISBN-13 | : 3319068415 |
Rating | : 4/5 (415 Downloads) |
Download or read book Basic Radiotherapy Physics and Biology written by David S. Chang and published by Springer. This book was released on 2014-09-19 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a concise and well-illustrated review of the physics and biology of radiation therapy intended for radiation oncology residents, radiation therapists, dosimetrists, and physicists. It presents topics that are included on the Radiation Therapy Physics and Biology examinations and is designed with the intent of presenting information in an easily digestible format with maximum retention in mind. The inclusion of mnemonics, rules of thumb, and reader-friendly illustrations throughout the book help to make difficult concepts easier to grasp. Basic Radiotherapy Physics and Biology is a valuable reference for students and prospective students in every discipline of radiation oncology.