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Top Radiological Imaging Books

Hey guys! Welcome to Greyscaletheories.   Are you a Physicist, Radiologist, Technologist, or a student who is interested to know about the physics of medical imaging? Don’t worry, we’ve got you! Here are some books which will give you a better insight into the basics and concepts behind medical imaging.   1.   Christensen's Physics of Diagnostic Radiology by Thomas S. Curry III MD, James E. Dowdey PhD, Robert E. Murry Jr. PhD. This book provides a clear understanding of the physics principles essential to getting maximum diagnostic value from the full range of current and emerging imaging technologies. Includes refined, updated and expanded content throughout, along with more learning tips and practical applications. Sections of the book address topics common to all forms of diagnostic imaging, including image quality and medical informatics as well as the non-ionizing medical imaging modalities of MRI and ultrasound. Current concepts and a number of helpful app...

Top Computed Tomography Books

Hey guys! Welcome to Greyscaletheories.   Be it radiation dose reduction techniques, or maintaining good image quality, Books is the best references for taking your knowledge, on CT up a notch! Skim through these books and choose the one that best fits for you!   1. Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality      Control  by Euclid Seeram You can build the foundation necessary for the practice of CT scanning with Computed Tomography: Physical Principles, Clinical Applications, and Quality Control, 4th Edition. Written to meet the varied requirements of radiography students and practitioners, this two-color text provides comprehensive coverage of the physical principles of CT and its clinical applications. Its clear, straightforward approach is designed to improve your understanding of sectional anatomic images as they relate to CT — and facilitate communication between CT technologists and other medical personnel. C...

Top MRI Books in Radiology

Hey guys! Welcome to Greyscaletheories.  You may be a Radiologist, Technologist, a student or someone who need to dive into MRI! What’s a better way to learn than a good ol’ book? Here are some of the top books by leading authors from around the world, to learn from the basics, and also for updating yourself with the current trends in practice. 1. MRI in Practice – Westbrook, Catherine. MRI in Practice is still the number one reference book and study guide for all the MRI aspirants out there. It is also the go to book for the registry review examination for MRI offered by the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).  The chapters covers all core areas, including: basic principles, image weighting and contrast, spin and gradient echo pulse sequences, spatial encoding, k-space, protocol optimization, artefacts, instrumentation, and MRI safety. The leading MRI reference book. Focuses more on the physics behind MRI. Added equations, their explanations ...