Quality Management in the Imaging Sciences, 6th Edition

By Jeffrey Papp PhD RT(R) (QM)

Quality Management in the Imaging Sciences, 6th Edition by Jeffrey Papp PhD RT(R) (QM) is a highly informative and comprehensive guide to quality management and quality control for all major imaging modalities. It is a must-have handbook for radiologic technologists, students, and medical imaging professionals who want to stay updated with the latest quality management information.

The book provides step-by-step instructions on QM procedures, including full-sized sample evaluation forms, and instructions on how to evaluate equipment and document results. As the only text of its kind on the market, this textbook is an excellent tool to help prepare for the ARRT Advanced Level Examination in Quality Management.

It covers QM for all imaging sciences, including fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, sonography, and mammography. The strong pedagogy aids in comprehension, with learning objectives, chapter outlines, key terms, student experiments, and review questions at the end of each chapter.

One of the benefits of this book is that a special icon identifies federal standards throughout the text, which alerts you to government regulations important to quality management. This feature is crucial for medical professionals who must adhere to the regulatory requirements, guidelines, and standards set by the federal government.

The 6th edition of this book includes a new chapter on digital imaging and quality control procedures for electronic image monitors and PACS. The revised mammography chapter corresponds with new digital mammographic systems that have received FDA approval. The updated material covers new technologies, ACR accreditation, and quality management tools and procedures that reflect current practice guidelines and information. It also contains additional material covering dose levels, dose reporting, and workflow.

The chapter on image quality features material that is common to all imaging modalities, and the expanded material highlights digital imaging and quality control procedures for electronic image monitors and PACS. Furthermore, the updated art and colors break up difficult-to-retain content and make the book visually appealing.

Quality Management in the Imaging Sciences, 6th Edition is published by Mosby and has 384 pages. The language of the book is English, and it is available in eBook Digital format with an ISBN-10 of 0323512372 and an ISBN-13 of 978-0323512374.

In conclusion, Quality Management in the Imaging Sciences, 6th Edition is an essential guide for radiologic technologists, students, and medical imaging professionals who want to stay updated with the latest quality management information. The book is easy to follow, detailed, and thorough, and it provides step-by-step procedures and instructions that make implementation effortless. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to master the art of quality management in medical imaging. Do not hesitate to order your copy today and take your medical imaging skills to the next level.