--- product_id: 80275153 title: "The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging: North American Edition" price: "428263CFA" currency: XOF in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80275153-the-essential-physics-of-medical-imaging-north-american-edition store_origin: SN region: Senegal --- # Full-color charts & illustrations throughout 72+ vivid figures in CT chapter Comprehensive coverage of all imaging modalities The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging: North American Edition **Price:** 428263CFA **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“– Unlock the future of medical imaging mastery with the ultimate physics guide! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging: North American Edition - **How much does it cost?** 428263CFA with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80275153-the-essential-physics-of-medical-imaging-north-american-edition) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Dose Optimization Focus:** Special emphasis on minimizing patient radiation exposure across modalities. - β€’ **Digital Companion Included:** Fully searchable online text and images for on-the-go study and quick reference. - β€’ **Engaging & Accessible Writing:** Authors’ renowned clear style transforms tough concepts into approachable insights. - β€’ **All-in-One Imaging Physics Guide:** Covers radiography, mammography, fluoroscopy, CT, nuclear medicine, MRI, and ultrasound. - β€’ **Visual Mastery of Medical Imaging:** Over 70 detailed figures in CT alone make complex physics crystal clear. ## Overview The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging: North American Edition is a thoroughly updated, visually rich textbook designed for radiology residents, medical physicists, and biomedical engineers. It delivers clear explanations of fundamental imaging physics, radiation biology, and protection, covering all major diagnostic modalities with a strong focus on patient dose optimization. Enhanced by full-color illustrations and a companion website, this edition sets a new benchmark for medical imaging education. ## Description This renowned work is derived from the authors' acclaimed national review course (&;Physics of Medical Imaging") at the University of California-Davis for radiology residents. The text is a guide to the fundamental principles of medical imaging physics, radiation protection and radiation biology, with complex topics presented in the clear and concise manner and style for which these authors are known. Coverage includes the production, characteristics and interactions of ionizing radiation used in medical imaging and the imaging modalities in which they are used, including radiography, mammography, fluoroscopy, computed tomography and nuclear medicine. Special attention is paid to optimizing patient dose in each of these modalities. 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. The basic science important to nuclear imaging, including the nature and production of radioactivity, internal dosimetry and radiation detection and measurement, are presented clearly and concisely. Current concepts in the fields of radiation biology and radiation protection relevant to medical imaging, and a number of helpful appendices complete this comprehensive textbook. The text is enhanced by numerous full color charts, tables, images and superb illustrations that reinforce central concepts. The book is ideal for medical imaging professionals, and teachers and students in medical physics and biomedical engineering. Radiology residents will find this text especially useful in bolstering their understanding of imaging physics and related topics prior to board exams. -- NEW Four-color throughout -- NEW Companion website with fully searchable text and images --Basic line drawings help to explain concepts --Comprehensive coverage of diagnostic imaging modalities --Superb writing style of the author team helps make a difficult subject approachable and engaging Review: New Classic and New Standard for Medical Physics Textbooks - After reading several chapters of this new edition, I am compelled by my excitement about it to write this review here. The 3rd Edition of "Bushberg" is not just a newer version of the already-classic textbook; it is entirely a new book. Its contents are largely rewritten, with vivid illustrations added for almost every concept mentioned in the text. For example, the chapter of Computed Tomography (Chapter 10) now contains 72 figures, without even counting figure subsets; that is more than one figure per page. Everything is illustrated. The reorganization of content and addition of numerous colorful figures have fundamentally improved this book, and may set a new standard for future medical physics textbooks. Now those physics concepts in medical imaging are much easier to understand. After reading the institutional copy in preparation for teaching a class, I decided to order a copy for myself to replace my old edition (and come here to tell everybody about it). In my opinion, the 3rd Edition of this book will set a high standard for future medical physics textbooks. Review: ... of this book is accessible enough to give a nice overview for the various imaging modalities - The level of this book is accessible enough to give a nice overview for the various imaging modalities. Some of the concept explanations at the MR section (various gradient echo types) I am not entirely sure is correct, however. ## Features - Lww ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 4,503,875 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 1,771 in Radiology & Medical Imaging 40,871 in General Medical Issues Guides 76,804 in Medicine & Nursing | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 62 Reviews | ## Images ![The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging: North American Edition - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/516cNXWo-wL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ New Classic and New Standard for Medical Physics Textbooks *by D***G on 17 January 2012* After reading several chapters of this new edition, I am compelled by my excitement about it to write this review here. The 3rd Edition of "Bushberg" is not just a newer version of the already-classic textbook; it is entirely a new book. Its contents are largely rewritten, with vivid illustrations added for almost every concept mentioned in the text. For example, the chapter of Computed Tomography (Chapter 10) now contains 72 figures, without even counting figure subsets; that is more than one figure per page. Everything is illustrated. The reorganization of content and addition of numerous colorful figures have fundamentally improved this book, and may set a new standard for future medical physics textbooks. Now those physics concepts in medical imaging are much easier to understand. After reading the institutional copy in preparation for teaching a class, I decided to order a copy for myself to replace my old edition (and come here to tell everybody about it). In my opinion, the 3rd Edition of this book will set a high standard for future medical physics textbooks. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ... of this book is accessible enough to give a nice overview for the various imaging modalities *by E***Y on 29 November 2016* The level of this book is accessible enough to give a nice overview for the various imaging modalities. Some of the concept explanations at the MR section (various gradient echo types) I am not entirely sure is correct, however. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Anyone who has met them will attest the authors are extremely dedicated educators who personally go to great lengths to help res *by S***Y on 6 December 2014* This book is a must-read for anyone studying for the new ABR Core exam. Anyone who has met them will attest the authors are extremely dedicated educators who personally go to great lengths to help residents master the fundamentals of imaging physics. They listened to our feedback and this new edition constitutes a substantial upgrade over the previous one, as other reviewers have commented. The addition of many graphs & images makes the complex subjects much more approachable & easily understood. More importantly, the authors have taken great pains to make the discussions clinically relevant to the general radiologist. The authors are leaders in their respective fields, and this book is the de facto standard for medical imaging physics in the academic radiology community. Ideally, the book should be read throughout first & second years of residency for comprehension with the opportunity for reinforcement with knowledgeable medical physicists and/or staff radiologists. However, even if (or especially if) you're lacking the latter, the book provides a comprehensive treatment of every relevant physics subject needed to succeed on the Core exam. This book serves well as a primary reference throughout the general radiology residency and should be the starting point for Core exam physics preparation. I found re-reading the book indispensible for board preparation and it served best when used as a reference to explore questions from other sources (i.e., Huda, RAPHEX exams, UCD physics course by the authors, RSNA modules etc.). A few of the more complex and evolving imaging techniques in MRI (e.g., phase-contrast, SWI, functional MRI) may require supplemental reading, but even these areas are treated adequately for a basic understanding. Finally, with the revisions made in this updated edition, skimming the graphs/figures also made for a useful last minute physics review before the test. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Essential Physics of Medical Imaging, Third Edition - Clinical Pathology for Athletic Trainers: Recognizing Systemic Disease - Athletic Training Exam Review --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80275153-the-essential-physics-of-medical-imaging-north-american-edition](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/80275153-the-essential-physics-of-medical-imaging-north-american-edition) --- *Product available on Desertcart Senegal* *Store origin: SN* *Last updated: 2026-08-24*