This course introduces the basic concepts and applications of digital image processing methods, compression techniques, computer assisted diagnosis and image storage, communication and informatics. Students will become familiar with the influence of the human observer on every component of the imaging chain and how this can affect the predictive diagnostic capabilities of a method. Emphasis will also be given on topics such as Hospital Information Systems (HIS), Radiology Information Systems (RIS), DICOM, PACS data management, telemedicine and teleradiology.