Jessica M. Frakes

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Jessica M. Frakes is a radiation oncologist whose research focuses on gastrointestinal malignancies, with particular expertise in rectal cancer management and the complexities of radiation therapy in abdominal cancers. Her work addresses some of the most clinically nuanced challenges in oncology, including treatment sequencing, dose intensification strategies, and the emerging goal of organ preservation in locally advanced rectal adenocarcinoma. Her 2021 case-based contribution on rectal cancer — garnering 21 citations — reflects growing interest in multimodal approaches that seek to spare patients from radical surgery without compromising oncologic outcomes, a frontier that is reshaping colorectal cancer care. Frakes has also made important contributions to radiation safety awareness, as demonstrated by her 2020 paper highlighting radiation-induced hepatitis mimicking metastatic disease in an esophageal cancer patient. With 3 citations, this work serves as a critical reminder of the diagnostic pitfalls that can arise when imaging findings are interpreted without thorough correlation to prior treatment planning data — an issue with direct implications for patient safety and clinical decision-making. Together, her publications underscore a commitment to precision in both therapeutic strategy and post-treatment surveillance, making her a valuable voice in the radiation oncology community.