Practical Radiology: A Symptom-Based Approach

by Edward C. Weber, Joel A. Vilensky, Alysa Fog

Rely on this practical guide to the role of medical imaging in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of common diseases and disorders. Follow its symptoms-based approach to learn when medical imaging is appropriate, what the ideal study may be for a specific clinical problem, how to interpret an official report on a radiologic study, what the possible appropriate next steps are, and how radiologic results may (or may not) alter clinical management of your patient. Case studies in each chapter present typical patients with accompanying radiologic reports. Actual images of superb clarity show you the potential of contemporary techniques. Master the basics of medical imaging in patient care, the physical principles underlying imaging modalities including conventional radiology, CT, MRI, ultrasound, and nuclear medicine scans as well as common pitfalls.

264 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2012

About the author

Edward C. Weber, DO, Radiologist, The Imaging Center, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Consultant, Medical Clinic of Big Sky, Big Sky, Montana
Adjunct Professor of Anatomy & Cell Biology
Volunteer Clinical Professor of Radiology and Imaging Sciences
Indiana University School of Medicine, Fort Wayne, Indiana