Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology

Physical, Biological, and Clinical Aspects

Hasan Murshed (Radiation Oncologist, Hope Regional Cancer Center, Fl, USA)

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Academic Press Inc
25 June 2024

Pre-clinical medicine: basic sciences; Oncology; Biotechnology

Fundamentals of Radiation Oncology: Physical, Biological, and Clinical Aspects, Fourth Edition, is written by a team of renowned experts. This book is a must-have resource for anyone practicing radiation oncology. From basic principles to more-advanced planning and delivery of radiation therapy to treat cancer, this book is a go-to resource for mastering the art and science of radiation oncology.

Edited by: Hasan Murshed (Radiation Oncologist Hope Regional Cancer Center Fl USA)
Imprint: Academic Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 4th edition
Dimensions: Height: 276mm, Width: 216mm,
Weight: 450g
ISBN: 9780443222085
ISBN 10: 0443222088
Pages: 568
Publication Date: 25 June 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Part I: Basic Science of Radiation Oncology 1. Radiation Physics, Dosimetry, and Treatment Planning 2. Radiation Protection and Safety 3. Radiation Biology 4. Molecular Cancer Biology Part II: Techniques and Modalities of Radiation Oncology 5. Brachytherapy 6. Intensity Modulated and Image Guided Radiation Therapy 7. Stereotactic Radiation: Cranial Lesions 8. Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy: Lung Cancers 9. Proton Radiation Therapy 10. Adaptive Radiotherapy 11. Artificial Intelligence in Radiation Therapy 12. Immunotherapy 13. Radiation and Combined Modality Therapy 14. Statistical Consideration in Radiation Therapy Part III: Clinical Radiation Oncology 15. Skin Cancers 16. Primary Brain Cancers 17. Head and Neck Cancers 18. Breast Cancers 19. Thoracic Cancers 20. Gastrointestinal Cancers 21. Genitourinary Cancers 22. Gynecological Cancers 23. Lymphoma and Hematologic Cancers 24. Soft- Tissue Sarcomas 25. Pediatric Cancers 26. Benign Tumors Part IV: Palliative Care and Radiation Treatment Toxicity Management 27. Radiation Emergencies and Common Indications for Palliative Radiotherapy 28. Radiation Treatment Toxicity and their Management

Dr. Hasan Murshed, MD, MS, obtained his medical degree from the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh, and a master’s degree in Medical Physics from Louisiana State University Louisiana. He completed his residency in Radiation Oncology at the University of Alabama-Birmingham, where he was the Chief Resident. Following this, he served as a research Fellow at the University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Texas. Dr. Murshed is dual board certified by the American Board of Radiology (ABR) in Radiation Therapy Physics and in Radiation Oncology. He is a member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). With over two decades of experience, Dr. Murshed serves as the Medical Director of Hope Regional Cancer Center in Panama City, Florida. He enjoys both the clinical and educational aspects of radiation oncology. Additionally, he is actively engaged in community activities to support and advocate for cancer patients.