Studies in Health Technology and Informatics, Volume 50: Medicine Meets Virtual Reality: Art, Science, Technology

by Kenneth J. Morgan (Editor), James D. Westwood (Editor)

Medicine is Art Medicine is supported by Science Medicine is enabled by Technology This book addresses the advances in computing and communications technologies that hold the promise for the transformation of medicine. One will learn how leading-edge technology will affect the future of medical and surgical practice by improving access, quality, and continuity of care, while reducing cost. Contributors to the book are the world's leading researchers and developers in the field. Readers: Physicians, Surgeons, Information Scientists, Biomedical Professionals, Corporate Futurists, Biomechanical Engineers, Educators, Roboticists, Medical Technologists, Rehabilitation Specialists, Systems Integrators/Engineers, Psychotherapists/Behaviourists.

423 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999