Thieme Publishers Expands Presence at the Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America

Stuttgart, New York – The Annual Meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), the largest medical meeting in the world, provides attendees with the opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in imaging research and technology from around the world. This year, Thieme is set to expand its presence at RSNA 2008, occupying three booths to present all its new offerings in the field. The 94th annual meeting takes place from November 30 through December 5 in Chicago, Illinois.

Among the multiple titles by the publisher that will be on display during the event, standouts include Whole Body MR Imaging, by Ernst Rummeny, MD. The comprehensive reference covers the full spectrum of MRI while effectively combining theory with hands-on information.With more than 1,300 illustrations, the book effectively assists radiologists in producing and analyzing images. It is the perfect companion for radiologists looking to expand and strengthen their imaging skills.

The newly released fourth edition of Imaging of the Temporal Bone by Joel D. Swartz, MD, will also be featured during the event. This fully updated book features state-of-the-art imaging strategies for the evaluation of trauma and disease processes affecting the temporal bone and its intricate anatomy. More than 1,500 illustrations complement the text.

Cardiac Imaging: A Multimodality Approach, edited by Manfred Thelen, MD, and authored by an interdisciplinary team of experts in radiology and cardiology, is a 600-image strong atlas that provides an in-depth introduction to all imaging modalities used in diagnostic assessment of the heart and its functions.

All titles in the DX-Direct series will also be showcased during RSNA 2008. The series, which covers main subspecialties in the field of radiology, includes new additions such as Urogenital Imaging, by Bernd Hamm, MD, and Musculoskeletal Imaging, by Maximilian Rieser, MD.

The publisher covers every single area of radiology. Within the community, Thieme books are known for their high-quality illustrations as well as an organizational style that makes them widely appreciated by medical professionals. Thieme will be available at booth numbers 2506, 8904, and 903 for the entire duration of the event.

About RSNA

RSNA aims to promote and develop the highest standards regarding radiology and related sciences through education and research. The meeting presents the highest quality and most recent developments in scientific research and education

About Thieme

Thieme Publishing Group is a privately held scientific and medical publishing house employing more than 950 people and maintaining offices in seven cities, including New York, Delhi, Stuttgart and three other locations in Germany. Founded in 1886, the Thieme name has become synonymous with high quality and excellence in medical and scientific publishing. Today, Thieme is the market leading publisher of neurosurgical content and holds strong market positions in orthopedics, radiology, anatomy and chemistry, among other specialties. Thieme publishes 137 peer-reviewed journals and over 500 new books annually. The company also has a rapidly growing array of web-based products in medicine and science. Popular online products include Thieme eJournals and the Thieme Electronic Book Library, which are accessible via www.thieme-connect.com, Thieme's platform for electronic products. New anatomy resources include the www.thiemeteachingassistant.com for faculty, and www.winkingskull.com for students. Please visit www.thieme.com for additional information.

Bettina Ziegler
Public Relations and Press Office
Thieme Publishing Group
Ruedigerstrasse 14
70469 Stuttgart
Germany
Tel: +49-711-8931-280
Fax: +49-711-8931-167
bettina.ziegler@thieme.de

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