Thierry M. Muanza
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
3755 Chemin de la C�te-Sainte-Catherine Suite J002 Montreal Quebec, H3P 1E2About
Thierry M. Muanza, MD, FRCP(C), is a radiation oncologist working within the Department of Oncology, Division of Radiation Oncology at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Quebec. Dr. Muanza joined the JGH in 2004 drawing on his many years in practice. His dedication to his field is undisputed. In addition to his clinical duties he is an active member of several tumor boards at various medical institutions. He is also an Assistant Professor at McGill University. His research activities earned him a FRSQ Chercheur - boursier clinicien Junior 1. His involvement with the Young Adult Clinic has lead to improved understanding and care for patients in the 18 through 39 age category. He completed his MD at Universit� de Sherbrooke in 1997 and trained during his internship and residency at Jewish General Hospital. Furthermore, he is an ASTRO-NCI Fellow having studied at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Maryland. As a radiation oncologist, he specializes in Radiation Oncology particularly for the Brain and Breast. Dr. Muanza is certified in oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a member of the Society of Neuro-oncology, the Canadian Brain Cancer Consortium, the Canadian Medical Association, and the Quebec Medical Association.
Education and Training
Universite de Sherbrooke
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Oncology
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Thierry M. Muanza's Expert Contributions
Do you get anesthesia for radiation therapy?
Usually not, exceptions of some pediatric cases or local/topical anesthesia for some brachytherapy. READ MORE
How long is a radiation treatment for breast cancer?
Hello, It depends on your breast cancer stage, your other medical conditions. It can be as short as one week or as long as 5.5 weeks. Regards, READ MORE
Can a CT scan tell if a tumor is benign?
It would nice to know where the tumor is located. For brain tumor, although a CT scan can point to features of b lower grade tumor/benign, more investigation with MRI imaging is warranted. Ideally, that information should be completed with strong consideration to obtain a pathological diagnosis via biopsy or surgery. READ MORE
Is skin pigmentation common with radiation therapy?
Depending on the size of the treatment field, daily radiation dose, the number of radiation doses delivered, technique and beam energy a skin reaction called dermatitis can occur. The patient experiencing such finding should be seen or report it to her/his treating physician to confirm if it is dermatitis and if yes manage it accordingly. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor, McGill University -
- Teaching in Africa -
Internships
- Jewish General Hospital
Fellowships
- ASTRO-NCI Fellow, National Institutes of Health
Professional Society Memberships
- Society of Neurooncology, Canadian Brain CAncer Consortium, Canadian Medical Association, Quebec Medical Association
Articles and Publications
- 6-7 Articles
What do you attribute your success to?
- His Parents, Values and Exposure they Provided him with and his Patients who Inspire him
Hobbies / Sports
- Traveling, Cultures, 2 Children
Thierry M. Muanza's Practice location
Jewish General Hospital
3755 Chemin de la C�te-Sainte-Catherine Suite J002 -Montreal, Quebec H3P 1E2Get Direction
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