Dr. Janine Mansi

Conditions treated by Dr. Janine Mansi

A medical oncologist is trained to treat different types of cancer using chemotherapy and other medications, such as immunotherapy and targeted therapy. The medical oncologist designs a treatment plan after consultation with doctors from other disciplines. The doctor completely evaluates the nature of cancer and then treats cancer through various methods like chemotherapy, hormone therapy, and targeted therapy. Listed below are some of the conditions that Dr. Janine Mansi treats:

• Rectal Cancer
• Ependymomas
• Colon Cancer
• Stomach Cancer
• Oligodendrogliomas
• Mixed Gliomas
• Metastatic Cancer
• Cervical Cancer
• Brain Cancers- Astrocytoma
• Colorectal or Colon Cancer
• Certain Types of Cancer that have been Resistant to Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment (e.g. Melanoma)
• Skin Cancer
• Oral or Mouth Cancer
• Brain Cancer
• Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumors
• Pancreatic Cancer
• Ovarian Cancer
• Prostate Cancer
• Lung Cancer
• Meningiomas
• Breast Cancer
• Breast and Prostate Cancer

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr. Janine Mansi

Different types of cancer produce different signs and symptoms. It is very crucial to detect cancer in the early stages. Early detection of cancer helps in the effective treatment of cancer. Some of the symptoms look like those produced in other health conditions. It is highly suggested to consult an oncologist who will evaluate the symptoms and will suggest tests to detect cancer. With the advancement of medical technology, a number of diagnostic techniques are available which can effectively diagnose cancer. You must see a medical oncologist if you have any of the below-listed symptoms of cancer::

• Persistent indigestion or discomfort after eating
• Unexplained bleeding or bruising
• Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
• Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
• Fatigue
• Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin
• Difficulty swallowing
• Persistent cough or trouble breathing
• Persistent, unexplained muscle or joint pain
• Hoarseness
• Persistent, unexplained fevers or night sweats
• Changes in bowel or bladder habits

Operating Hours of Dr. Janine Mansi

Doctor Janine Mansi is available from 11 am to 5 pm (Monday to Saturday). The doctor is not available on Sunday. You can connect with the doctor or his attendant to confirm his/her availability because the doctor may not be available in the given time due to some personal reasons or any emergencies.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Janine Mansi

Some of the popular procedures that Dr Janine Mansi performs are:

• Chemotherapy

A medical oncologist uses chemotherapy for cancer treatment. It uses a combination of drugs to kill the cancerous cells in the body and prevents them from growing further. While chemotherapy could require a single drug, this is also given along with other drugs. A medical oncologist can also use hormone therapy for cancer treatment. This procedure is often used after surgery to reduce the risk of cancer returning back. In some cases, it is used before surgery. Hormone therapy is also used to treat cancer that has returned after treatment.

Qualification

• MD
• FRCP

Work Experiences

• Dr Mansi’s first consultant position was at St George’s Hospital, London in medical oncology initially covering a range of tumour types, as well as managerial positions – service lead and then clinical director and cancer lead for the trust. She moved to Guy’s and St Thomas’ in 2006 to take up the role of clinical director (from 2006 – 2009) of the oncology and haematology directorate as well as to develop the role of cancer lead for the Trust. This was in addition to focusing on breast cancer treatment and research.
• She is currently chair of the SELCN breast research committee and the SELCN drugs and therapeutics committee, and clinical lead for survivorship for the integrated cancer centre.
• She is also regional specialty advisor for South Thames for medical oncology, honorary secretary for the Association of Cancer Physicians and quality lead for the Specialist Advisory Committee for medical oncology