Editor Metz (radiation oncology, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania) presents a comprehensive review for practitioners on the current status of proton therapy, a promising new technology in radiation medicine. Contributors examine the scientific basis and current clinical applications for proton therapy, along with reviews of the available clinical evidence, discussions of costs and technology development, and reviews of the issues in establishing a proton therapy center. The volume also looks at the future development of proton therapy as a tool in clinical practice, both in academic centers and in community practice. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)