Magdalena S. Stoeva - Böcker

Radiation Protection in Medical Imaging and Radiation Oncology focuses on the professional, operational, and regulatory aspects of radiation protection. Advances in radiation medicine have resulted in new modalities and procedures, some of which have significant potential to cause serious harm. Examples include radiologic procedures that require very long fluoroscopy times, radiolabeled monoclonal antibodies, and intravascular brachytherapy. This book summarizes evidence supporting changes in consensus recommendations, regulations, and health physics practices associated with these recent advances in radiology, nuclear medicine, and radiation oncology. It supports intelligent and practical methods for protection of personnel, the public, and patients.The book is based on current recommendations by the International Commission on Radiological Protection and is complemented by detailed practical sections and professional discussions by the world’s leading medical and health physics professionals. It also includes substantial information on international aspects of radiation protection, with sections covering Africa, Asia and Oceania, the European Union, the Middle East, and North and Latin America.

Spreading to every corner of the Earth, the COVID-19 virus has had an unparalleled impact on all aspects of our lives. This book explores in detail how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected clinical practice, education, and research in medical physics, and how colleagues on the frontline dealt with this unpredictable and unprecedented pandemic. It tackles key questions such as: How did medical physicists first respond to the situation? What innovative strategies were taken and how effective were they? How are medical physicists preparing for the future? There will be a focus on the different experiences of regional medical physicists and the responses and outlooks in clinical practice, education, and research in the affected continents, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and North and Latin America. With over 91 contributors from 39 countries, this unique resource contains key perspectives from teams from each territory to ensure a global range of accounts. The collective opinion and wisdom from the major medical physics journal editors-in-chief are also explored, alongside how the pandemic has affected the quantity and quality of publications. Voices of early-career researchers and students of medical physics will be included, with narratives of their experiences coping with life during the pandemic. Lastly, communicating leadership in times of adversity is highlighted. This book will be a historic account of the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the field of medical physics. It will be an ideal reference for medical physicists, medical physics trainees and students, hospital administrators, regulators, and healthcare professionals allied with medical physics. Key features: The first book to cover the impact of COVID-19 on the field of medical physics Edited by two experts in the field, with chapter contributions from subject area specialists around the world Broad, global coverage, ranging from the impact on teaching, research, and publishing, with unique perspectives from journal editors and students and trainees

Spreading to every corner of the Earth, the COVID-19 virus has had an unparalleled impact on all aspects of our lives. This book explores in detail how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected clinical practice, education, and research in medical physics, and how colleagues on the frontline dealt with this unpredictable and unprecedented pandemic. It tackles key questions such as: How did medical physicists first respond to the situation? What innovative strategies were taken and how effective were they? How are medical physicists preparing for the future? There will be a focus on the different experiences of regional medical physicists and the responses and outlooks in clinical practice, education, and research in the affected continents, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, Africa and North and Latin America. With over 91 contributors from 39 countries, this unique resource contains key perspectives from teams from each territory to ensure a global range of accounts. The collective opinion and wisdom from the major medical physics journal editors-in-chief are also explored, alongside how the pandemic has affected the quantity and quality of publications. Voices of early-career researchers and students of medical physics will be included, with narratives of their experiences coping with life during the pandemic. Lastly, communicating leadership in times of adversity is highlighted. This book will be a historic account of the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the field of medical physics. It will be an ideal reference for medical physicists, medical physics trainees and students, hospital administrators, regulators, and healthcare professionals allied with medical physics. Key features: The first book to cover the impact of COVID-19 on the field of medical physics Edited by two experts in the field, with chapter contributions from subject area specialists around the world Broad, global coverage, ranging from the impact on teaching, research, and publishing, with unique perspectives from journal editors and students and trainees

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of medical imaging, radiation oncology, and healthcare decision-making, bringing both exciting opportunities and important challenges. This book brings together experts from around the world to examine exactly how AI is transforming the field of medical physics and enhancing patient care.Chapters explore AI-driven advancements in diagnostic imaging, where algorithms enhance image quality while potentially reducing patient dose. They also discuss automated treatment planning and robust dose calculation in radiotherapy, alongside real-time adaptive techniques that respond to anatomical changes.However, this book consciously goes beyond just reviewing these cutting-edge technologies. It considers the evolving landscape of ethical frameworks, the necessity for new competencies and educational pathways for the workforce, and the critical issues of data governance, algorithm transparency, and accountability.This book is a valuable guide for medical physicists and related disciplines including radiologists, radiographers, medical engineers, hospital managers, and academic scholars working in the field of healthcare.Key features:· Focuses on an extremely hot topic and fills a niche in current resources.· Shares practical guidance and experience from some of the world’s leading experts.· Discusses the latest advancements of how AI is being utilized in medical physics, including in diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of medical imaging, radiation oncology, and healthcare decision-making, bringing both exciting opportunities and important challenges. This book brings together experts from around the world to examine exactly how AI is transforming the field of medical physics and enhancing patient care.Chapters explore AI-driven advancements in diagnostic imaging, where algorithms enhance image quality while potentially reducing patient dose. They also discuss automated treatment planning and robust dose calculation in radiotherapy, alongside real-time adaptive techniques that respond to anatomical changes.However, this book consciously goes beyond just reviewing these cutting-edge technologies. It considers the evolving landscape of ethical frameworks, the necessity for new competencies and educational pathways for the workforce, and the critical issues of data governance, algorithm transparency, and accountability.This book is a valuable guide for medical physicists and related disciplines including radiologists, radiographers, medical engineers, hospital managers, and academic scholars working in the field of healthcare.Key features:· Focuses on an extremely hot topic and fills a niche in current resources.· Shares practical guidance and experience from some of the world’s leading experts.· Discusses the latest advancements of how AI is being utilized in medical physics, including in diagnostic imaging and radiotherapy.

Essential Purchase – Doody’s Core Titles 2022This second updated edition of the Encyclopaedia of Medical Physics contains over 3300 cross-referenced entries related to medical physics and associated technologies. The materials are supported by over 1300 figures and diagrams. The Encyclopaedia also includes over 600 synonyms, abbreviations and other linked entries. Featuring over 100 contributors who are specialists in their respective areas, the encyclopaedia describes new and existing methods and equipment in medical physics. This all-encompassing reference covers the key areas of x-ray diagnostic radiology, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, ultrasound imaging, radiotherapy, radiation protection (both ionising and non-ionising) as well as related general terms. It has been updated throughout to include the newest technologies and developments in the field, such as proton radiotherapy, phase contrast imaging, multi-detector computed tomography, 3D/4D imaging, new clinical applications of various imaging modalities, and the relevant regulations regarding radiation protection and management. Features: Contains over 3300 entries with accompanying diagrams, images, formulas, further reading, and examples Covers both the classical and newest elements in medical imaging, radiotherapy, and radiation protection Discusses material at a level accessible to graduate and postgraduate students in medical physics and related disciplines as well as medical specialists and researchers