Manisha Palta
Expertise in
12
conditions
Expertise in
12
conditions
20 Duke Medicine Cir, 
Durham, NC 

Overview

I’m a radiation oncologist who primarily treat patients with gastrointestinal cancers and breast cancer. I also do clinical research trials. I’m specifically researching how exercise impacts a patient’s cancer growth and side effects of cancer. I’ve always liked helping people and in college I volunteered in the oncology ward and knew then I had found my passion. Interacting with patients is my favorite part of my job. I like to explain to them how radiation works and how it can benefit them. My hope is to provide my patients with an explanation that gives them less anxiety and less fear about the treatment.

Dr. Palta is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Ampullary Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.

Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 93 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Florida College Of Medicine|, 2007

Residency

Internship, Internal Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Radiation Oncology, Duke University Medical Center

Specialties

Radiation Oncology

Licenses

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program in NC

Board Certifications

American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology

Hospital Affiliations

Duke University Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Locations

Duke Cancer Center Radiation Oncology
20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Palta has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Esophageal Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer
Melanoma
Liver Cancer

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


4 Clinical Trials

Non-Operative Management and Early Response Assessment in Rectal Cancer
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Manisha Palta

Is Dr. Manisha Palta a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Manisha Palta is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Manisha Palta specialize in?

While Dr. Manisha Palta is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Ampullary Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.

Does Dr. Manisha Palta participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Manisha Palta has published 93 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Manisha Palta's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Manisha Palta accept my insurance?

Dr. Manisha Palta accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Ambetter. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.

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