书籍简介：

This book provides an innovative international forum for theresearchers, developers, and practitioners who are activelyexpanding the role of electronic technologies in healthcare. Thecontributions are by pioneers in all aspects of the field:telemedicine, simulation, computer-assisted surgery, haptics,robotics, education, diagnostics, etc. Leading edge developmentsand current clinical experience are brought together for thepurpose of exploring ways to improve medical care. Mental healthimplications of new electronic technologies are also discussed.This book has a special focus on virtual reality as a means ofbringing practitioner and patient closer in the pursuit of healing.Rather than superseding the talents of healthcare professionals,interactive computer-based tools have the ability to enhance thetraditional dialogue of care. In addition, these tools can be usedto integrate useful qualities of complementary therapies intoallopathic medicine. Sight, touch, sound and other senses can belinked and augmented in ways previously unimagined, ultimately tobenefit the patient.

作者简介：

J. D. Westwood,Helene M.Hoffman,Greg T.

出版时间：

2000年1月1日

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