Index of Medical Imaging

The #x18;Index of Medical Imaging' is the must-have companion for diagnostic radiography students and newly qualified imaging practitioners, designed to allow easy access to descriptions and discussions of many aspects of medical imaging such as radiographic projections, positioning, procedures and clinical examinations. The Index consists of multiple lists, tables and discussions linked to (amongst others) radiography, CT, MRI and components such as radiological contrast agents, responses to contrast reactions, MRI safety. There is a glossary of terms and definitions plus a list of abbreviations that may be encountered within radiology. Tables are given that suggest the order and type of examination that should be performed as defined by the UK Royal College of Radiologists. FEATURES " Supports clinical decision-making " Glossary of key terms and abbreviations " Unique format that consists of multiple lists, tables and discussions

Jonathan McConnell is a senior lecturer in Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at Monash University, Australia, and is a member of the Education Committee of the Medical Radiation Practitioners Board of Victoria. He contributes to radiography educational development through membership of national and international course accreditation teams, as well as sitting on the advisory panel for the University of Central Queensland. He was Head of Department in Christchurch (New Zealand) where he led the Diagnostic Radiography degree and previously developed a satellite campus as a principal lecturer for the St Martin's College, Lancaster (now the University of Cumbria, UK) undergraduate radiography program. He was a main contributor in the creation of the Higher Education Network for Radiography in Europe. His first lectureship was with the University of Bradford and he held multiple clinical positions including reporting radiographer/clinical tutor, as well as specializing in trauma and orthopaedics at the General Infirmary in Leeds. He has contributed to several textbooks including Interpreting Trauma Radiographs, Paediatric Radiography, Medical Imaging Techniques, Reflection and Evaluation and Practical Radiotherapy Physics and Equipment. He has addressed conferences as an invited speaker, delivered internationally, has several journal publications to his name and contributes to the editorial panel of Radiography. His research area is radiographer interpretation and. role development.