Dr. David W. Mantik MD
Radiation Oncologist | Radiation Oncology
77840 Flora Rd Palm Desert CA, 92211About
David W. Mantik, MD, PhD, is an established radiation oncologist working at his own private practice in Palm Desert, California. In addition, he is on staff at Loma Linda University in Loma Linda, California. Dr. Mantik received his medical degree in 1976 at Loyola University Maryland and subsequently trained at The University of South Carolina. He is board certified in oncology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine and maintains an active professional society membership with the American Medical Association.
Education and Training
Univ of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi 1976
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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Dr. David W. Mantik MD's Expert Contributions
Is loss of appetite normal for a patient undergoing radiation therapy?
Loss of appetite during radiation can occur, but this is more often due to chemotherapy or to the cancer itself. A prescription can be offered for loss of appetite: Megacesuspension 40 mg/ml, 240 cc bottles. SIG: 15 mL q. day = 625 mg. Megace ES, one bottle with 5 refills, 1 tsp qd = 625 mg/day. READ MORE
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- American Medical Association
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- His love of the field, providing quality patient care, and his drive to make a difference.
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- Family, Friends, Traveling
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