Due to a system-wide technology update, we are experiencing extremely high call volume. We appreciate your patience with our operators during this time. Thank you for choosing Fox Chase Cancer Center.
Christopher Manley, MD
Clinical Locations
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Primary Location
Fox Chase Cancer Center
Director, Interventional Pulmonology
Associate 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
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| 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.
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
Tiffany Fagnani
- Lung Cancer
I am 40 years old and currently live in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. Although I work as a case manager for an insurance company now, I was previously employed as a full-time nurse. I have always been a busy person with plenty on my plate, so when I started feeling tired and losing weight, I thought it was caused by the stress of my daily routine.
It wasn’t until July 2017 that I couldn’t ignore my symptoms any longer. When I developed a migraine and felt a tremor in my arm and eye, I knew I was about to lose consciousness. I immediately called 911.
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 Interests
- Central airway tumors
- Treatment of pleural effusions
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.
Very professional.
When I go to fox chase staff and Dr treat me with exlent curious care
It was a pleasure seeing Dr. Manley & his staff. Each time I came Dr. Manley explained everything clearly & the staff were very professional & courteous.
This visit was for a 2nd opinion - Dr. Manley was very helpful and welcomed my questions
As usual, excellent care by Fox Chase Professionals
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Very good care and attentiveness.
This is a top shelf first class operation. The doctor was totally concerned about me. No rushing to get to the next patient. Highly recommend.