Widely regarded as the cornerstone text in the field the successful series of editions continues to follow the tradition of a clear and comprehensive presentation of the physical principles and operational aspects of medical imaging.amp160 The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging 4th Edition is a coherent and thorough compendium of the fundamental principles of the physics radiation protection and radiation biology that underlie the practice and profession of medical imaging. Distinguished scientists and educators from the University of California Davis provide uptodate readable information on the production characteristics and interactions of nonionizing and ionizing radiation magnetic fields and ultrasound used in medical imaging and the imaging modalities in which they are used including radiography mammography fluoroscopy computed tomography magnetic resonance ultrasound and nuclear medicine. This vibrant fullcolor text is enhanced by more than 1000 images charts and graphs including hundreds of new illustrations. This text is a musthave resource for medical imaging professionals radiology residents who are preparing for Core Exams and teachers and students in medical physics and biomedical engineering.amp160amp160