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Christopher J. Manley, MD
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Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
About
Director, Interventional Pulmonology
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Interventional Pulmonology and Critical Care
- Interventional Pulmonology: Minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung cancer, benign and malignant causes of airway obstruction, and pleural disease.
- Critical Care: Taking care of patients who require the intensive care unit (ICU)
Key Awards
Pulmonary Disease
Treatment Philosophy
As an interventional pulmonologist I work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team to diagnose and treat cancers involving the lung. Both primary lung cancers and other cancers that involve the lung can make people feel short of breath and limit activity which leads to a worse quality of life. However, while patients are undergoing treatment of lung cancers, we can employ many minimally invasive techniques to treat shortness of breath and improve lung function. This helps people keep feeling well and stay active.
Education and Training
Educational Background
- Fellow, Interventional Pulmonology, Harvard Combined, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, 2015-2016
- Fellow, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2012-2015
- Resident, Internal Medicine, Loyola University, Chicago, IL, 2009-2012
- MD, Honors in Research and Bioethics, Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University, Chicago, IL, 2009
- BA, History and Pre-Medicine, College of the Holy Cross, Worchester, MA, 2004
Certifications
- Board Certification in Interventional Pulmonology
- Board Certification in Pulmonary Medicine
- Board Certification in Critical Care
- Board Certification in Internal Medicine
Memberships
- American Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology
- American College of Chest Physicians
- American Thoracic Society
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2020
Patient Stories
Joyce Vrbicek
Joyce Vrbicek
Before cancer, I was a retired Philadelphia police officer who enjoyed many wonderful adventures with my husband, Braco. We enjoyed running businesses together, traveling together, and raising our daughters together. But, when Braco was diagnosed with lung cancer in 2016 at the age of 57, everything changed. And, a few years later in 2019, I was faced with my own lung cancer diagnosis.
Research Profile
Research Interests
- Central airway tumors
- Treatment of pleural effusions
Publications
Selected Publications
Ismail K, Roberts K, Manning P, Manley C, Hill N. Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Pulmonary Hypertension: Time for a Re-examination? Chest. Mar 1;147(3):847-61, 2015.
Manley C, Garpestad E, Hill N. A New Purpose For Proportional Assist Ventilation? Critical Care Medicine. Sep;41(9): 2230-1, 2013.
Goyal A,Yazicioglu-Mocin O, Manley C, Schnell T, Collins E, Jubran A, Tobin M, Laghi F. Does Contractile Fatigue Modulate Quadriceps Endurance In Patients With COPD. Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med.;183: A2531, 2011.
Mampilly J, Yazicioglu-Mocin O, Manley C, Collins E, Laghi F, Tobin M, Jubran A. Assessment Of Muscle Wasting In ICU Patients Using Ultrasonography Of The Rectus Femoris. Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med; 183: A4248, 2011.
Brewster LP, Palmatier J, Manley C, Hall D, Brems J. Limitations on Surrogate Decision-Making for Emergent Liver Transplantation. Journal of Surgical Research, May 18 2011.
Snopko R, Ramos-Franco J, Di Maio A, Karko K, Manley C, Piedras-Renteria E, Mejia-Alvarez R. Ca2+ Sparks and Cellular Distribution of Ryanodine Receptors in Developing Cardio-Myocytes from Rat. Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology. 44, 6, Pgs 1032-1044 June 2008.
Clinical Locations
Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111
Director, Interventional Pulmonology
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine
Specialties
Treatment Focus
Interventional Pulmonology and Critical Care
- Interventional Pulmonology: Minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat lung cancer, benign and malignant causes of airway obstruction, and pleural disease.
- Critical Care: Taking care of patients who require the intensive care unit (ICU)
Key Awards
Pulmonary Disease
Treatment Philosophy
As an interventional pulmonologist I work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team to diagnose and treat cancers involving the lung. Both primary lung cancers and other cancers that involve the lung can make people feel short of breath and limit activity which leads to a worse quality of life. However, while patients are undergoing treatment of lung cancers, we can employ many minimally invasive techniques to treat shortness of breath and improve lung function. This helps people keep feeling well and stay active.
Education
Educational Background
- Fellow, Interventional Pulmonology, Harvard Combined, Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, 2015-2016
- Fellow, Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Tufts Medical Center, Boston, MA, 2012-2015
- Resident, Internal Medicine, Loyola University, Chicago, IL, 2009-2012
- MD, Honors in Research and Bioethics, Chicago Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University, Chicago, IL, 2009
- BA, History and Pre-Medicine, College of the Holy Cross, Worchester, MA, 2004
Certifications
- Board Certification in Interventional Pulmonology
- Board Certification in Pulmonary Medicine
- Board Certification in Critical Care
- Board Certification in Internal Medicine
Memberships
- American Association of Bronchology and Interventional Pulmonology
- American College of Chest Physicians
- American Thoracic Society
Honors & Awards
- Philadelphia Magazine Top Doctors, 2020
Research Profile
Research Interests
- Central airway tumors
- Treatment of pleural effusions
Publications
Selected Publications
Ismail K, Roberts K, Manning P, Manley C, Hill N. Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Pulmonary Hypertension: Time for a Re-examination? Chest. Mar 1;147(3):847-61, 2015.
Manley C, Garpestad E, Hill N. A New Purpose For Proportional Assist Ventilation? Critical Care Medicine. Sep;41(9): 2230-1, 2013.
Goyal A,Yazicioglu-Mocin O, Manley C, Schnell T, Collins E, Jubran A, Tobin M, Laghi F. Does Contractile Fatigue Modulate Quadriceps Endurance In Patients With COPD. Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med.;183: A2531, 2011.
Mampilly J, Yazicioglu-Mocin O, Manley C, Collins E, Laghi F, Tobin M, Jubran A. Assessment Of Muscle Wasting In ICU Patients Using Ultrasonography Of The Rectus Femoris. Am. J. Respir. Crit. Care Med; 183: A4248, 2011.
Brewster LP, Palmatier J, Manley C, Hall D, Brems J. Limitations on Surrogate Decision-Making for Emergent Liver Transplantation. Journal of Surgical Research, May 18 2011.
Snopko R, Ramos-Franco J, Di Maio A, Karko K, Manley C, Piedras-Renteria E, Mejia-Alvarez R. Ca2+ Sparks and Cellular Distribution of Ryanodine Receptors in Developing Cardio-Myocytes from Rat. Journal of Molecular and Cellular Cardiology. 44, 6, Pgs 1032-1044 June 2008.
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22 PATIENT COMMENTS
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5.0
July 07, 2020
Very good experience. [...]
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5.0
June 24, 2020
Dr. Manley is the best doctor ever! He takes great care of me! Always goes the extra mile! He is great!
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4.4
February 20, 2020
[...] everything was very good.
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5.0
December 16, 2019
Very nice, efficient experience.
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5.0
December 11, 2019
Excellent experience a marvelous medical team effort by Dr. Manley & Dr. [...]!
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5.0
November 26, 2019
Visit was very informative - Dr. Manley very nice & seemed concerned for condition - would recommend him & office staff very much.
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5.0
November 26, 2019
Always treated with respect.
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5.0
November 20, 2019
Dr. was very good in my experience & explained test well.
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5.0
November 04, 2019
Very professional and informative.
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5.0
October 30, 2019
Dr. Manley gave me great news. My lungs are fine. [...]
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5.0
October 24, 2019
Excellent care and consideration. Allowed family members to accompany me while being attended by Dr. Manley. Demonstrated a sincere concern and attentive demeanor during the visit. Made a comprehensive diagnosis and answered all questions. This is the level of care I expected and received at Fox Chase Hospital.
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5.0
October 23, 2019
Very good service.
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5.0
October 23, 2019
Fox Chase - Dr. Manley you are all wonderful!
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5.0
September 29, 2019
Very good.
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5.0
September 08, 2019
Outstanding young physician. Very positive visit.
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5.0
August 16, 2019
excellent dr Manley and his staff.overall fox chase is great
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5.0
August 08, 2019
Logical and thorough first meeting.
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5.0
August 07, 2019
It was good.
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5.0
August 06, 2019
Good.
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5.0
May 30, 2019
Dr. Manley is an amazing doctor who shows compassion and very good bedside manners.
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