Top Nuclear Medicine Books

Hey guys! Welcome to Greyscaletheories.  To all their nuclear medicine enthusiasts’ here ! Here are some of the top books by leading authors from around the world, to learn from the basics, instrumentation, and also for updating yourself with the current trends in Nuclear Medicine.

 

1. Physics in Nuclear Medicine by Simon R. Cherry PhD, James A. Sorenson PhD, Michael E. Phelps PhD.

Physics in Nuclear Medicine - by Drs. Simon R. Cherry, James A. Sorenson, and Michael E. Phelps - provides current, comprehensive guidance on the physics underlying modern nuclear medicine and imaging using radioactively labeled tracers.

This revised and updated fourth edition features a new full-color layout, as well as the latest information on instrumentation and technology 

Master the physics of nuclear medicine with thorough explanations of analytic equations and illustrative graphs to make them accessible. Discover the technologies used in state-of-the-art nuclear medicine imaging systems. Fully grasp the process of emission computed tomography with advanced mathematical concepts presented in the appendices. Utilize the extensive data in the day-to-day practice of nuclear medicine practice and research. Stay current on the latest developments in nuclear medicine technology and methods. New sections to learn about hybrid imaging (PET/CT and SPECT/CT) and small animal imaging. View graphical animations online at www.expertconsult.com, where you can also access the fully searchable text and calculation tools. Get a better view of images and line art and find information more easily thanks to a brand-new, full-color layout.

 

 

2. Essentials of Nuclear Medicine Physics and Instrumentation by Rachel A. Powsner , Matthew R. Palmer, Edward R. Powsner.

This book expands the finely developed illustrated review and introductory guide to nuclear medicine physics and instrumentation. Along with simple, progressive, highly illustrated topics, the authors present nuclear medicine-related physics and engineering concepts clearly and concisely. Included in the text are introductory chapters on relevant atomic structure, methods of radionuclide production, and the interaction of radiation with matter.

Further, the text discusses the basic function of the components of scintillation and non-scintillation detector systems. An information technology section discusses PACs and DICOM. There is extensive coverage of quality control procedures, followed by updated chapters on radiation safety practices, radiation biology, and management of radiation accident victims.

It also offers Four new chapters, Updated coverage of CT and hybrid scanning systems: PET/CT and SPECT/CT, Fresh discussions of the latest technology based on solid state detectors and new scanner designs optimized for dedicated cardiac imaging, New coverage of PACs and DICOM systems, Expanded coverage of image reconstruction and processing techniques, New material on methods of image display, Logically structured and clearly written, this is the book of choice for anyone entering the field of nuclear medicine, including nuclear medicine residents and fellows, cardiac nuclear medicine fellows, and nuclear medicine technology students. It is also a handy quick-reference guide for those already working in the field of nuclear physics.

 

 

3. Nuclear Medicine Physics: The Basics by Ramesh Chandra PhD, Arman Rahmim PhD.

Nuclear Medicine Physics helps build foundational knowledge of how and why things happen in the clinical environment. Ideal for board review and reference, the 8th edition provides a practical summary of this complex field, focusing on essential details as well as real-life examples taken from nuclear medicine practice. New full-color illustrations, concise text, essential mathematical equations, key points, review questions, and useful appendices help you quickly master challenging concepts in nuclear medicine physics.

It also includes two new chapters cover tomographic nuclear medicine imaging, and an all-new chapter discusses computer interfacing and image processing. Expanded coverage of Emission Computed Tomography is now presented in three separate chapters devoted to general principles, SPECT, and PET. Now includes a range of important PET radiotracers, as well as a timely discussion of uses of radiopharmaceuticals.

This book is indeed an essential resource for radiology residents and practitioners, nuclear cardiologists, medical physicists, and radiologic technologists.

 

 

4. Nuclear Medicine Technology: Procedures and Quick Reference by Pete Shackett

 

This book provides essential procedures with ease and builds the clinical confidence for success in practice with this concise, easy-to-use guide. Step-by-step instructions walk you through 65 key scan procedures—complete with listings of possible artifacts and issues that may arise during each scan with added relevant information for each scan—to help you ensure the most effective imaging outcomes. 

 

Students of Medicine and Physicians may quickly review the indications, contraindications, expected normal and abnormal findings for any included test. Updated content reflects the latest imaging technology and the most clinically relevant scanning procedures.  Enhanced design makes key content more accessible.   Updated suggested readings familiarize you with the latest clinical literature in nuclear medicine technology. Complete list of indications, contraindications, normal and abnormal findings for all studies listed in the book. Detailed anatomic illustrations reinforce your understanding of human anatomy and body systems.  Patient History sections help you ensure effective patient communication before exams and during scanning.  

 

 

5. Nuclear Medicine: The Requisites (Requisites in Radiology) by Harvey A. Ziessman MD, Janis P. O'Malley MD, James H. Thrall MD.

The Requisites delivers the conceptual, factual, and interpretive information you need for effective clinical practice in nuclear medicine imaging, as well as for certification and recertification review. Get the essential tools you need to make an accurate diagnosis with Nuclear Medicine.

It has all information for clinical practice with critical information on nuclear medicine physics, detection and instrumentation, SPECT and PET imaging, clinical nuclear medicine imaging, today's most technologically advanced approaches, including hybrid imaging, PET/CT, and SPECT/CT, as well as recent developments in instrumentation, radiopharmaceuticals, and molecular imaging.Clearly visualize the findings you're likely to see in practice with nearly 200 vibrant new full-color images.