The Role of the Medical Physicist in Radiation Protection in Hospitals.

Harrison, R. M.

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ERIC Number: EJ397031

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1989

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The Role of the Medical Physicist in Radiation Protection in Hospitals.

Harrison, R. M.

Physics Education, v24 n4 p222-26 Jul 1989

Described is the role of the medical physicist in five areas of medical application, including radiotherapy, nuclear medicine, diagnostic radiology, environmental radioactivity, and dosimetry and personal monitoring. The management contribution of the medical physicist is discussed. Provided are two examples of new techniques influencing radiation protection practice. (YP)

Descriptors: Career Education, College Science, Higher Education, Medical Education, Medical Services, Nuclear Technology, Physics, Radiation, Radioisotopes, Radiologic Technologists, Radiology, Science Careers, Scientific Personnel, Technological Advancement, Technology

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive

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Audience: Teachers; Students; Practitioners

Language: English

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