From the reviews: This all-inclusive book addressing benign conditions that can be treated with radiation covers first principles for the radiobiology and physics associated with treatment and its delivery and then details the conditions, treatment options, and techniques of therapy. ... the book is designed for practitioners and ... Read moreall medical specialists, particularly radiation oncologists, orthopedists, surgeons, and ophthalmologists. ... an important addition to the literature for radiation oncologists as well as for a broad range of specialists. This is an outstanding resource for residents and clinicians ... . (Ann Pittier, Doody's Review Service, May, 2008) The chapter in the textbook entitled Radiotherapy for Non-Malignant Disorders that covers the treatment of nonmalignant central nervous system (CNS) disorders by using ionizing radiation is a well-written, concise, and organized accounting of the current state of the art for physicians and residents in neurosurgery, neurology, neuro-oncology, medical physics, and radiation oncology. ... is an excellent reference guide for any clinical member of the treatment team for these diseases. (American Journal of Neuroradiology, Vol. 29, November-December, 2008) Show Less