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! 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.
- 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
Table of Contents
Section 1: Introduction1. 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
Authors
Charles M. Washington Senior Director, Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York. Dr. Washington is one of the originating Authors of this title. He has over 35 years' experience combined in radiation oncology administration, education, and operations with both MD Anderson Cancer Center and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Megan Trad Chair & Professor, Radiation Therapy Program, College of Health Professions, Texas State University Round Rock Campus, Round Rock, Texas. Dr. Trad has been teaching for over 17 years starting as an Adjunct Lecturer and now serves as Program Chair at Texas State University.Recipient of both Association of Educators in Imaging and Radiologic Sciences, Innovator of the Year Award, 2014 and Texas State University, College of Health Professions, 2012 Dean Nominee for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Teaching. Editorial Review Board member, 2021-present, Radiation Therapist.
