Topic 1 - The Eye
Topic 2 - Defects of Vision and Their Correction
Topic 3 - Physics of the Ear
Topic 4 - Nerve Impulses
Topic 5 - Ultrasound
Topic 6 - Medical Optics
Topic 7 - X-rays
This module looks at some of the many ways in which Physics is applied to the medical profession. Medical Physicists have an important role to play in a modern hospital. Many physics concepts can be applied to the diagnosis and treatment of patients in hospital.
If you are considering a career as a doctor, you will find this module relevant to your studies. Medical Physics stands at the interface of Physics and Biology. If you want to go deeper into the biology of some of the topics, go to www.mrothery.co.uk