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- StandardSummaries onlyPractical Radiation Oncology Physics: A Companion to Gunderson & Tepper's Clinical Radiation Oncology
Published May 31, 2026
Practical Radiation Oncology PhysicsA comprehensive guide to Radiation Oncology Physics, specifically focusing on the reference and relative dosimetry required for safe patient treatment. The text details the standardized protocols (such as AAPM TG-51 and IAEA TRS-398) used to calibrate various radiation sources, including megavoltage photons, electrons, brachytherapy, and proton beams. It emphasizes the critical role of the medical physicist in commissioning equipment and maintaining quality assurance to prevent clinical errors.