Greater Toronto Area, Canada
BMedSci (Hons), MB ChB (Edin), MSc (Dist), MRCP(UK), MRCP Edin, FRCR Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists Canadian-Torontonian. Proud identical twin to Dr Deepika Manoharan (Nephrologist). British educated and trained doctor. I am a Specialty Doctor in Clinical Oncology at the renowned Northern Centre for Cancer Care at the Freeman Hospital - Newcastle, with particular interests in neuro-oncology, thoracic oncology, GI and pancreatic malignancies, lymphoma, stereotactic radiotherapy, and adaptive radiotherapy. Following Internal Medicine (ranked in top 10% nationally), I pursued Clinical Oncology (ranked 2nd nationally). Before entering Oncology, I trained as a NIHR Academic Clinical Fellow in Cardiology. Yet, over time, I felt a pull I could not ignore; a calling toward cancer care. Changing specialties was not a career move; it was a conviction. In a world where cancer touches 1 in 2 lives, I knew where I was meant to stand. My ambition is not measured by accolades, but to be remembered for my kindness. To be a blessing in someone's darkest hour is the true success I pray for daily. To touch hearts, to bring light, and to leave hope; this is the legacy I desire to accomplish. The UK’s program in 'Clinical Oncology' with the Royal College of Radiologists is one of the most unique and sophisticated programs globally, allowing me to practice both in Radiation Oncology (successfully obtained the prestigious FRCR) and Medical Oncology, enabling the delivery of radiotherapy with cutting-edge advanced technology and techniques in the form of external beam therapy, brachytherapy, electron therapy, and stereotactic radiotherapy, as well as deliver a full range of systemic anti-cancer therapies in the form of chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted agents, and hormone therapy. I pursued Medicine (6-year BMedSci/MD programme) in UK's top medical schools directly after completing my high school in Toronto (95% average/GPA 4.0). I did my pre-clinical training (acceptance rate of 3%) at University of St Andrews (BMedSci Hons First Class) and intercalated in Molecular Oncology (GPA 3.9/4.0). I continued my clinical training (acceptance rate of 2%) at the University of Edinburgh (MBChB Edin), with final year electives at University of Toronto (GPA 4.0/4.0). I further earned a Masters with Distinction (MSc) in Internal Medicine (GPA 4.0/4.0) with the Royal College of Physicians Edinburgh and received the prestigious RCPE Scholarship. Instagram: @twindoctorsoncall / @theoncologydoc X:@OncologyDoc222
Royal College of Radiologists - Clinical Oncology FRCR - Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists Successfully completed FRCR Part 1 (CO1) - Passed all 4 papers in first attempt: 1. Cancer Pharmacology 2. Cell Biology/Radiobiology 3. Radiation Physics 4. Medical Statistics Successfully completed FRCR Part 2 (CO2A and CO2B) - Passed in first attempt Awarded MRCP UK - Joint Royal College of Physicians (London, Edinburgh, Glasgow) Ranked 2nd in the UK national recruitment/selection following application scoring and national interview Dual Certification in Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology: Chemotherapy Immunotherapy (Checkpoint Inhibitors) Hormone Therapy Molecular Targeted Therapy Biological Agents Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS) Gamma-Knife Radiosurgery Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy (SABR) 3D conformal radiation therapy Intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) Volumetric modulated radiation therapy (VMAT) Image-guided radiation therapy (IGRT) Brachytherapy Electron therapy Superficial x-ray radiation therapy (SXRT) Adaptive radiotherapy In parallel, I am working towards becoming an academic clinician and medical educator. Clinical oncology is a research-driven specialty: understanding the science underpinning our practice and demonstrating benefit through clinical trials is how we improve care for our patients. I would like to combine treating patients with academic research, with the aim to develop novel effective treatments and be able to offer cure, prolong life, or palliation. Tumour Sites: Breast Upper GI Colorectal/Lower GI Hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) Neuroendocrine Lung Urology/Genitourinary Brain/CNS Endocrine/Thyroid Sarcoma Skin Head and Neck Gynae-Oncology Haemotological Lymphoma
-Selected as one of two Clinical Oncology registrars nationally for the Royal College of Radiologists Fairer Leadership Fellowship. -Contributing to and leading national projects aimed at advancing fairness, inclusion, representation and equity across the radiology and oncology workforce. -Working with College leadership, trainees and key stakeholders to support the development, implementation and evaluation of new initiatives and policy changes at a national level. -Supporting trainee engagement, advocacy and workforce development activities designed to improve training experiences and promote sustainable cultural change across the profession. -Gaining experience in national leadership, strategic project delivery and healthcare policy development through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across the UK.
Adaptive Radiotherapy Project – Hypersight CBCT -Active member of departmental adaptive radiotherapy initiative evaluating the clinical application of Hypersight cone beam CT technology. -Initial work focused on head and neck, bladder, endometrial, cervical cancer radiotherapy, assessing image quality, adaptive opportunities, and workflow integration. -Contributing to the development of adaptive radiotherapy protocols and service implementation, what future expansion planned across additional tumour sites to support broader adoption of adaptive treatment strategies. -Developing experience in emerging adapter radiotherapy techniques and advanced image guided treatment strategies.
Northern Centre for Cancer Care (NCCC) - Freeman Hospital The Northern Centre for Cancer Care (NCCC) is a tertiary award-winning referral cancer centre serving a population of 3.3 million across North East England. The centre offers a comprehensive repertoire of non-surgical oncological treatment and, in addition, hosts the supraregional sarcoma service and is the Principal Treatment Centre for Paediatric Oncology and Radiotherapy services and for Teenage and Young Adult cancer services. Patients benefit from state of the art radiotherapy technology, including 7 linear accelerators, 2 tomotherapy units, image-guided radiotherapy including 4D cone beam CT, and volumetric-modulated arc therapy. NCCC offers complex radiotherapy treatments including tomotherapy, stereotactic body radiotherapy, total body irradiation, superficial skin radiotherapy, intracavitary and interstitial brachytherapy and a range of radioisotope treatments. The centre also hosts the supraregional stereotactic radiosurgery service and paediatric radiotherapy service. The Cancer Centre has inpatient facilities as well as a busy day treatment centre, and an increasing number of affiliated ambulatory care units. NCCC coordinates delivery of cancer care across the region on a hub and spoke model, with clinicians providing cancer care also in multiple district hospitals across Northumberland and County Durham. The NCCC is the major regional referral centre for cancer care in the North-East and Cumbria region, and hosts the Sir Bobby Robson early-phase trials unit.
Colorectal, Upper GI, Neuroendocrine Tumours, Thoracic Oncology, Lymphoma/Haematological Malignancy, Neuro-Oncology, Pancreatic, Palliative Radiotherapy, Stereotactic Radiotherapy Successfully completed FRCR Part 2A (CO2A) and Part2B (CO2B) - Passed in First Attempt
Thoracic Oncology, Head and Neck, Skin (including Orthovoltage/SXT/Electron Therapy), Neuro-Oncology, Lymphoma/Haematological Malignancies, Stereotactic Radiosurgery, Stereotactic Ablative Radiotherapy
Internal Medicine Admissions Panel and Selector: UK IMT National Recruit -Panel member in the national selection process for internal medicine training, including interviewing and shortlisting candidates. -Assessed applicants’ clinical knowledge, communications skills, and suitability for training using standardized national criteria. -Contributed to fair, transparent, and robust recruitment decisions aligned with national standards. -Collaborated with multidisciplinary members to uphold equity and diversity in selection.
Assessor / Panel Member: Annual Review of Competence Progression of North East England Foundation Doctors -Panel assessor in the Annual Review of Competence Progression (ARCP) for Foundation Year doctors (internship and post-internship years), evaluating trainees’ clinical performance, professional development, and progression. -Provided constructive feedback and ensured compliance with curriculum standards and General Medical Council requirements. -Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to maintain high standards of medical education and training assessment.
Mentor: North East Mentorship Programme -Provide guidance and professional development support for internal medicine trainees as well as foundation doctors (interns), focusing on portfolio management, royal college examination preparation, and career planning. -Offer tailored mentorship for trainees applying to Oncology higher specialty training, including advice on application strategy and interview preparation. -Organize taster sessions and clinical experiences to enhance trainee exposure to Oncology. -Facilitate reflective practice and personal development planning to support successful progression.
Simulation Training Facilitator and Faculty – Intern and Internal Medicine Trainees -Facilitate high-fidelity simulation training sessions in a dedicated SIM lab for intern and internal medicine resident doctors. -Lead realistic acute medical emergency scenarios and complex communication/ethical case simulations. -Provide structured feedback to enhance clinical decision-making, teamwork, and professional communication skills. -Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of simulation-based education.
MBBS Admissions Panel and Selector: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) -Panel member in the selection process for prospective medical students, including panel interviewing and assessment of non-academic attributes. -Applied structured criteria to assess applicants’ communication, ethical reasoning, motivation, and suitability for medical training. -Ensured fair, transparent, and value-based recruitment aligned with the General Medical Council and university guidelines.
Department of Medical Education Women in Cardiology – A Call to Action for Gender Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in the UK Cardiology Workforce: A Scoping Review