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Addition of Miss Joanna Franks reinforces Cleveland Clinic London's commitment to comprehensive breast cancer and oncology services
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Miss Joanna Franks
LONDON: Cleveland Clinic London has appointed Miss Joanna Franks as Consultant Breast and Oncoplastic Surgeon. Miss Franks brings extensive experience in breast cancer assessment, diagnosis of both benign and malignant breast conditions and surgical treatment. Her position further strengthens Cleveland Clinic London's oncology programme and expands access to specialist breast care for patients in London.
"Miss Franks' appointment reflects Cleveland Clinic London's ongoing commitment to expanding access to cancer services and specialist breast care," said Dr Beri Ridgeway, president of Cleveland Clinic London. "Her experience will be an important addition as we continue to build comprehensive oncology services for patients in London."
Miss Franks graduated with honours from Imperial College London and completed Medical Research Council-funded research, earning a first-class BSc in Pathology. She undertook Higher Surgical Training through the London Deanery, including advanced training in the Oncoplastic Breast Unit and Macmillan Cancer Centre at University College London Hospitals (UCLH).
Miss Franks has significant experience in the detection of early breast cancers and breast and reconstructive cancer surgery, including neo-adjuvant strategies. In addition to her role at Cleveland Clinic London, Miss Franks is a Consultant at University College London Hospital where she manages patients with all breast symptoms including breast cancer and sarcoma. She regularly sees patients who have a breast change detected in screening or may be at an increased risk of breast cancer due to family history or genetics. She has an interest in training and is a regular examiner.
"Breast cancer affects thousands of women across the UK each year, making timely assessment, diagnosis and treatment critically important,” said Mr Phil Ahrens, Chief of the Integrated Surgical Institute and chair of orthopaedics at Cleveland Clinic London. “Miss Franks' expertise in breast and oncoplastic surgery will help us provide patients with access to high-quality care, and we are excited to welcome her to Cleveland Clinic London."
In addition to her role as a clinician, Miss Franks also serves as a Trustee of Future Dreams, the only dedicated breast cancer support centre in the UK. She is a member of the executive committee of Europa Donna UK, the largest European breast cancer patient advocacy organisation and a senior medical editor for Macmillan Cancer.
“I’m delighted to join Cleveland Clinic London as it expands its oncology programme,” said Miss Franks.I look forward to working within an organisation committed to innovative research, and quality and patient care.”
Miss Franks will begin her role at Cleveland Clinic London on 4 January 2027.
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Cleveland Clinic London is the latest location in Cleveland Clinic’s expanding global footprint, allowing Cleveland Clinic to extend its model of care to more patients than ever. Cleveland Clinic London hospital opened on March 29, 2022. It has 184 beds, including 29 ICU beds; eight operating rooms; a full imaging suite; endoscopy and cardiac catheterisation laboratories; and a full rehabilitation suite. In addition to cardiovascular and thoracic services, it offers neurosciences, orthopaedics, urology, digestive diseases, general surgery, general practice and health screening.
Cleveland Clinic London consists of a hospital and two outpatient centres – Cleveland Clinic Portland Place Outpatient Centre in the Harley Street Medical Area, and Cleveland Clinic Moorgate Outpatient Centre. Visit us at clevelandcliniclondon.uk. Follow us at twitter.com/clecliniclondon. News and resources available at newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/london.
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