From the Back Cover:
Through concise, readable, logical chapters, Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics makes a difficult subject accessible to all those who need to know this critical dimension of radiology and nuclear medicine. Beginning with a brief overview of nuclear physics and radioactivity, the book goes on to cover the basics of instrumentation, imaging (SPECT and PET), and radiation biology and dosimetry. Practical chapters on radiation safety and quality control, in addition to appendices summarizing useful information, make this book valuable as quick reference as well as an introductory text. Illustrated throughout with instructive schematics, Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics in the book of choice for radiology residents, cardiology and nuclear medicine fellows, and nuclear medicine technologists and students. It is an ideal refresher for the professional and an excellent resouce for board exam preparation.
About the Author:
Rachel A. Powsner, MD is an Associate Professor of Radiology at Boston University School of Medicine, Massachusetts. She is a Director in the Division of Nuclear Medicine (Department of Radiology)for Boston Veterans Administration Healthcare System, Massachusetts. Edward R. Powsner, MD : Former Chief Nuclear Medicine Service, Veterans Administration Hospital, Michigan. Former Professor and Associate Chairman, Department of Pathology at Michigan State University. Former Chair, Joint Review Committee for Educational Nuclear Medicine Technology Former Member, American Board of Nuclear Medicine
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