Washington and Leaver's Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition
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By Charles M. Washington, EdD, MBA, BS, RT(T), FASRT and Megan Trad, PhD, MSRS, RT(T), FASRT
This item will be released on 20-05-2025
Gain a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text that’s written by radiation therapists! With its problem-based approach, Washington and Leaver’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition, helps you tru
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Gain a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text that’s written by radiation therapists! With its problem-based approach, Washington and Leaver’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition, helps you truly understand cancer management, improve clinical techniques, and apply complex concepts to treatment planning and delivery. Plus, with new artwork and up-to-date content that spans chemotherapy techniques, radiation safety, post-image manipulation techniques, and more; this sixth edition gives you all the tools you need to succeed in your coursework and beyond.
Gain a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text that’s written by radiation therapists!With its problem-based approach, Washington and Leaver’s Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition, helps you truly understand cancer management, improve clinical techniques, and apply complex concepts to treatment planning and delivery. Plus, with new artwork and up-to-date content that spans chemotherapy techniques, radiation safety, post-image manipulation techniques, and more; this sixth edition gives you all the tools you need to succeed in your coursework and beyond.
New to this edition
Considerations about how the role changed because of pandemic, addition of remote work outside of administering treatment, changes to equipment
Updating MRI
Operational Issues Course
Updated! Management for Radiation Therapists
Key Features
NEW! Considerations explore how the radiation therapist role has changed due to the pandemic, the addition of remote work outside of administering treatment, and equipment changes.
NEW! Information enhances coverage of proton arc therapy (PAT) and artificial intelligence (AI).
UPDATED!Expanded information on treatment setups for simulation procedures offers additional guidance.
NEW! Updated artwork throughout reflects modern radiation therapy practice.
Comprehensive radiation therapy coverage includes a clear introduction and overview plus complete information on physics, simulation, and treatment planning.
Chapter objectives, key terms, outlines, and summaries in each chapter help you organize information and ensure you understand what is most important.
End-of-chapter questions and questions to ponder provide opportunity for review and greater challenge.
Bolded and defined key terms are highlighted at first mention in the text.
Spotlight boxes highlight essential concepts and important information as they appear in the chapters.
Author Information
By Charles M. Washington, EdD, MBA, BS, RT(T), FASRT, Senior Director, Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York and Megan Trad, PhD, MSRS, RT(T), FASRT, Chair & Professor, Radiation Therapy Program, College of Health Professions, Texas State University Round Rock Campus, Round Rock, Texas
By Charles M. Washington, EdD, MBA, BS, RT(T), FASRT, Senior Director, Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York and Megan Trad, PhD, MSRS, RT(T), FASRT, Chair & Professor, Radiation Therapy Program, College of Health Professions, Texas State University Round Rock Campus, Round Rock, Texas
Section 1: Introduction 1. Cancer: An Overview 2. The Ethics and Legal Considerations of Cancer Management 3. Patient Assessment 4. Overview of Radiobiology 5. Detection and Diagnosis 6. Medical Imaging in Practice 7. Treatment Delivery Equipment 8. Treatment Procedures 9. Infection Control in Radiation Oncology Facilities 10. Infection Control: Health and Safety 11. Pharmacology and Drug Administration Section 2: Physics, Simulation, and Treatment Planning 12. Applied Mathematics Review 13. Introduction to Radiation Therapy Physics 14. Aspects of Brachytherapy 15. Advanced Procedures 16. Particle Therapy 17. Radiation Safety and Protection 18. Culture of Safety and Protection 19. Quality Improvement in Radiation Oncology 20. Surface and Sectional Anatomy 21. Computed Tomography Simulation and Design 22. Photon Dosimetry Concepts and Calculations 23. Photon Dose Distributions 24. Electronic Charting and Image Management Section 3: Practical Applications 25. Bone, Cartilage, and Soft Tissue Sarcomas 26. Leukemias and Lymphomas 27. Endocrine System Tumors 28. Respiratory System Tumors 29. Head and Neck Cancers 30. Central Nervous System Tumors 31. Digestive System Tumors 32. Gynecological Tumors 33. Male Reproductive and Genitourinary Tumors 34. Breast Cancer 35. Pediatric Solid Tumors 36. Skin Cancers and Melanoma Appendix A: Glossary
https://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/washington-and-leavers-principles-and-practice-of-radiation-therapy-9780443121784.html323724Washington and Leaver's Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapyhttps://www.asia.elsevierhealth.com/media/catalog/product/9/7/9780443121784_1.jpg224.99249.99USDInStock/Books505466414886536Gain a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text that’s written by radiation therapists!<b> </b>With its problem-based approach, <b>Washington and Leaver’s</b><b> Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition,</b> helps you truly understand cancer management, improve clinical techniques, and apply complex concepts to treatment planning and delivery. Plus, with new artwork and up-to-date content that spans chemotherapy techniques, radiation safety, post-image manipulation techniques, and more; this sixth edition gives you all the tools you need to succeed in your coursework and beyond. Gain a meaningful foundation in radiation therapy with the only text that’s written by radiation therapists!<b> </b>With its problem-based approach, <b>Washington and Leaver’s</b><b> Principles and Practice of Radiation Therapy, 6th Edition,</b> helps you truly understand cancer management, improve clinical techniques, and apply complex concepts to treatment planning and delivery. Plus, with new artwork and up-to-date content that spans chemotherapy techniques, radiation safety, post-image manipulation techniques, and more; this sixth edition gives you all the tools you need to succeed in your coursework and beyond.00add-to-cart97804431217842025ProfessionalBy Charles M. Washington, EdD, MBA, BS, RT(T), FASRT and Megan Trad, PhD, MSRS, RT(T), FASRT20266Book216w x 276h (8.50" x 10.875")Mosby790May 20, 2025COMING SOONBy <STRONG>Charles M. Washington</STRONG>, EdD, MBA, BS, RT(T), FASRT, Senior Director, Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York and <STRONG>Megan Trad</STRONG>, PhD, MSRS, RT(T), FASRT, Chair & Professor, Radiation Therapy Program, College of Health Professions, Texas State University Round Rock Campus, Round Rock, TexasBooksBookUnited StatesYesYesNoNoPlease SelectPlease SelectPlease Select
