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Conditions Treated by Dr. Anna Kirby

A radiation oncologist is a specialist doctor who uses ionizing radiation for the treatment of cancer. A radiation oncologist might also use radiation to cure some benign diseases like benign tumors. These oncologists work closely with other doctors to plan the treatment of cancer patients. The conditions that radiation oncologist Anna Kirby treats are listed below:

  • Cancers near the Brain and Spinal Cord
  • Lung Cancer
  • Eye Cancer
  • Spine Tumours
  • Brain Cancer
  • Vascular Malformations
  • Liver Tumours
  • Prostate Tumours
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Breast Cancer
  • Lung Tumours
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Tumors
  • Functional Abnormalities and Small Tumors of the Brain
  • Uterine Cancer
  • Head And Neck Cancer
  • Gastrointestinal Cancers
  • Head and Neck Cancers
  • Rectal Cancer
  • Brain Tumours
  • Thyroid Cancer
  • Abnormalities in the Brain
  • Pancreas Tumours
  • Kidney Tumours

Cancer of lung, head & neck, prostate, and breast are effectively treated with radiation therapy. Lung cancer radiation therapy uses powerful X-rays to kill cancer cells or to stop them from growing. Radiation can also be used before lung cancer surgery to reduce the size of the tumor or after surgery to kill the cancer cells in the lungs.

Signs and symptoms treated by Dr. Anna Kirby

Below are some symptoms of cancer which should be discussed an oncologist for proper diagnosis of the condition.:

  • Changes in bowel or bladder habits.
  • Skin changes, such as yellowing, darkening or redness of the skin, sores that won't heal, or changes to existing moles
  • Persistent cough or trouble breathing
  • Weight changes, including unintended loss or gain
  • Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Fatigue
  • Lump or area of thickening that can be felt under the skin

Symptoms of cancer depend on the location of the cancer, its size, and the extent it affects adjacent organs and tissues. If a cancer has spread, symptoms might appear in different parts of your body.

Operating hours of Dr. Anna Kirby

If you wish to see Dr Anna Kirby, you can reach his clinic/hospital between 11 and 5 pm. The doctor does not work on Sunday.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Anna Kirby

The list of popular procedures that Dr Anna Kirby perform is given below:

  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)
  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)

Proton therapy or proton beam therapy is the most advanced form of radiation therapy which can destroy cancer cells. Doctors may either use proton therapy alone or may use it with chemotherapy, x-ray radiation therapy, surgery, and/or immunotherapy. It painlessly focuses radiation through the skin.. CyberKnife is a non-invasive option for the treatment of both cancerous and non-cancerous tumours. The treatment delivers beams of high-energy radiation to the tumour with high accuracy and offers new hope to patients worldwide. It is used for the treatment of different types of cancer in the body, including the Liver, Pancreas, Kidney, Prostate, Lung, Brain, and Spine.

Qualification

  • BA(Hons),
  • MB BChir,
  • MA,
  • MRCP,
  • FRCR,
  • MD(Rcs)

Past Experiences

  • Appointed as a Consultant Clinical Oncologist at The Royal Marsden, Kingston and St George’s Hospitals.
  • Chief Investigator of the UK HeartSpare Study.
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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MEMBERSHIPS (2)

  • She undertook research into breast radiotherapy as part of an MD programme at The Royal Marsden and The Institute of Cancer Research between 2007 and 2009,
  • Her publications have addressed methods of improving the accuracy of breast radiotherapy delivery. Her current research interests include the development of heart-sparing breast radiotherapy techniques.

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PROCEDURES

  • Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT)
  • Stereotactic Radio Therapy (SRT)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Anna Kirby have?
Dr. Anna Kirby is a specialized Radiation Oncologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in London, United Kingdom.
Does Dr. Anna Kirby offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Anna Kirby have?
Dr. Anna Kirby is one of the most sought after specialists in United Kingdom and has over years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Radiation Oncologist

What does a radiation oncologist do?

A radiation oncologist is a doctor who uses radiation for the treatment of cancer. Radiation oncologists may use radiation to treat certain benign diseases like benign (non-cancerous) tumors. Radiation oncologists also work with other physicians like surgical oncologists, medical oncologists, medicine subspecialists, and are a part of the cancer team. Radiation oncologists evaluate the nature of cancer and use a wide spectrum of treatment techniques, such as hyperthermia, external beam radiotherapy, and radioactive implantations. They monitor the overall health of cancer patients and suggest and establish long-term relationships with patients post-treatment.

What are the tests required before and during consultation by a radiation oncologist?

For the evaluation of your condition, you have to get certain tests done which may include the following:

  • Cancer Screening
  • Physical exam
  • Blood Tests
  • Computed tomography (CT) scan
  • Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
  • X-Ray

A mammogram is the most effective technique to detect breast cancer before any lumps or symptoms appear. Early diagnosis of breast cancer provides a woman with more options. It also increases a woman’s chances of having the best treatment.

When should you go to see a radiation oncologist?

Radiation oncologists treat various types of cancer. They evaluate the condition of an individual to know the treatment required. If a person has been found to be suffering from any of the following conditions, they must consult a radiation oncologist:

  1. Liver cancer
  2. Breast cancer
  3. Bone cancer
  4. Lung cancer
  5. Lymphoma
  6. Colon cancer
  7. Brain cancer
  8. Pancreatic cancer

You need to see a radiation oncologist if you have the below-listed symptoms: :

  1. Difficulty swallowing
  2. Skin changes
  3. Oral changes
  4. Breast changes: Lump or firm feeling in the breast
  5. Trouble urinating, blood in the urine, and pain when urinating
  6. Changes in bathroom habits
  7. Bloating
  8. Chronic coughing
  9. Bowel changes: Changes in bowel habits, blood in the stools
  10. Abnormal periods or pelvic pain