Product Description
All new expanded edition provides step-by-step guidelines on performing the technical aspects of radiation therapy. Important new coverage includes treatment preparation, 3-D treatment planning, dosimetry, new technologies, documentation, and quality assurance. In addition, you'll find added treatment planning guidelines by body region, and an expanded art program including many new 4-color illustrations.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 2 reviews)

Great Resource by RONALD DEJESUS (Chicago, IL)

5 Stars
September 27, 2009
Excellent resource for radiation therapists' who want a better understanding of dosimetry and therapy planning. Very well orgranized, and easy to carry around with you if you're just getting started.

useful for radiation therapists

4 Stars
February 23, 1998
I find this book useful for young radiotherapists who are in training, but maybe it could be better to have more images of treatment fields

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