Dr. Lee-Ann Jones

Dr. Lee-Ann Jones is an experienced Radiation Oncologist with over 17 years in the field of oncology. She completed her MBChB at the University of Cape Town in 2006 and went on to specialize in Radiation Oncology, obtaining her FC Rad Onc (SA) in 2011. Since then, she has been practicing at Mediclinic George, where she specializes in the use of radiotherapy to treat a wide range of cancers, including breast cancer, prostate cancer, lung cancer, and gastrointestinal cancers. Dr. Jones is known for her compassionate approach and her dedication to providing personalized, cutting-edge treatments for her patients.Her expertise includes advanced treatment modalities such as stereotactic radiation therapy (SRT) and intensity-modulated radiation therapy (IMRT). Dr. Jones works closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for cancer patients, integrating radiotherapy with chemotherapy and surgery to offer optimal outcomes.

Dr. Jones has been involved in several research studies in the field of radiation oncology, focusing on radiation therapy techniques and their impact on patient survival rates and quality of life. Her work has contributed to improving radiotherapy planning and minimizing treatment side effects. Dr. Jones is particularly interested in personalized radiotherapy, using advanced imaging technologies to tailor treatment plans specific to individual patients. She has also contributed to research aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of combined treatments, including radiotherapy and immunotherapy. Her findings have been published in leading oncology journals and presented at various international oncology conferences.

• Excellence in Radiation Oncology Award (2016): Recognized for her significant contributions to the field of radiation oncology and her dedication to improving patient care.

• Best Radiation Oncologist of the Year (2018): Awarded for her leadership in radiation treatment and her innovative approach to cancer care at Mediclinic George.

• Outstanding Contribution to Cancer Research (2020): Acknowledged for her research efforts in minimally invasive radiation techniques and her role in advancing the field of radiation oncology.

Dr. Jones has authored several papers on the latest radiation therapy advancements, particularly in personalized treatment plans and advanced imaging techniques for better targeting and reducing radiation exposure to healthy tissue. Her research has been published in prominent journals, such as the South African Journal of Radiation Oncology and the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Jones has also contributed to clinical guidelines on the integration of immunotherapy with radiation therapy and continues to be an active voice in cancer research globally.