The Physics of Radiation Therapy

by Faiz M. Khan (Editor)

Dr. Khan's classic textbook on radiation oncology physics is now in its thoroughly revised and updated Fourth Edition. It provides the entire radiation therapy team—radiation oncologists, medical physicists, dosimetrists, and radiation therapists—with a thorough understanding of the physics and practical clinical applications of advanced radiation therapy technologies, including 3D-CRT, stereotactic radiotherapy, HDR, IMRT, IGRT, and proton beam therapy. These technologies are discussed along with the physical concepts underlying treatment planning, treatment delivery, and dosimetry. This Fourth Edition includes brand-new chapters on image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) and proton beam therapy. Other chapters have been revised to incorporate the most recent developments in the field. This edition also features more than 100 full-color illustrations throughout. A companion Website will offer the fully searchable text and an image bank.

Genres: Science, Physics, Campus

First published January 1, 1985

Reviews

[Thandeka Mazibuko]

Khan lectures became my Bible of Radiation Oncology , an Older version
I could read this textbook on my own during the multiple racism attacks I was facing in Radiation Oncology. I was not allowed in lecture theatres and lectures by my racist professor and colleagues, I started reading this book as it was a free copy on google, before the new colorful Khan
This has no colors and has less new technology on Radiation Treatment, a good read for lectures if you can't afford or dont want to spend money or want to just browse to get a feel, it's now too outdated but good keeps

[Suzan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The fourth edition of this book is more colorful and the pages are smoother but the material is almost the same as the previous edition [3rd edition]. The book is easy to read for students and a quick reference for medical physicists. the book takes the reader gradually from the basics to the point where the core of medical physicist work rely. The background mentioned in the first few chapters is clear and brief.

[Hannah · Rating 2 out of 5]

A prescribed text, this book was incredibly expensive and, having previously studied physics as a minor, I could have completed my coursework without having to spend $250 on this textbook. Probably best to save your pennies and borrow it from the library.