Who we work with

ABOUT MANTA CARES

By Patients, for Patients

We’ve been there. We get it.

Our team of cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and oncologists is here to walk with you. We’ve built the tools we wish we’d had when we were diagnosed.

With Cancer GPS™, you'll always know what’s next and how to move forward. It provides step-by-step guidance, explains treatments, breaks down key decisions, and prepares you for appointments. Manta Cares offers a clear path forward and trusted support, making the odyssey feel more manageable and less isolating.

How we help

Our Platform is Built for Real Patient Needs

Your Cancer GPS™

An interactive step-by-step digital platform to manage cancer

Disease-specific maps show you where you are, all of the paths you might face, and the information and resources you will need, every step of the way.

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STAY Organized & IN CONTROL

Easy to use practical-tools to stay on top of the chaos

Tools for you to help organize symptoms, medications, and keep key questions in one place. Staying proactive becomes easier, which means each medical appointments less overwhelming, and you can make the most of your limited time with your doctor.

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A REAL SUPPORT SYSTEM

Connect with a Community That Understands

Gain access to a vast support network offering programs for fitness, nutrition, mental health, peer support, and more. Find strength in a community designed to support every step of the cancer odyssey .

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community stories from our podcast
  • The Rise of Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer: Environmental Factors and Screening Strategies

    The Rise of Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer: Envi...

    In this episode, Dr. Tejas Jayakrishnan discusses the rising incidence of young onset colorectal cancer (CRC) and the potential environmental factors contributing to this trend. The conversation delves into the...

    The Rise of Young-Onset Colorectal Cancer: Envi...

    In this episode, Dr. Tejas Jayakrishnan discusses the rising incidence of young onset colorectal cancer (CRC) and the potential environmental factors contributing to this trend. The conversation delves into the...

  • She Saved Me from Cancer — A Conversation with My Oncologist: Episode 87

    She Saved Me from Cancer — A Conversation with ...

    Join us as we welcome Dr. Fauzia Riaz, Samira’s oncologist, who believes in treating the whole person—not just the cancer. In this episode, we explore survivorship care: What does it...

    She Saved Me from Cancer — A Conversation with ...

    Join us as we welcome Dr. Fauzia Riaz, Samira’s oncologist, who believes in treating the whole person—not just the cancer. In this episode, we explore survivorship care: What does it...

  • What Most People Get Wrong About Cancer Pain: Episode 86

    What Most People Get Wrong About Cancer Pain: E...

    In this episode of 'Patient from Hell,' host Samira Dasani, a bioengineer, entrepreneur, and cancer survivor, dives deep into the world of oncology nursing. Special guest Joshua Carter, a breast...

    What Most People Get Wrong About Cancer Pain: E...

    In this episode of 'Patient from Hell,' host Samira Dasani, a bioengineer, entrepreneur, and cancer survivor, dives deep into the world of oncology nursing. Special guest Joshua Carter, a breast...

  • Exploring Identity and Storytelling with Dr. Samantha Siegel: Episode 85

    Exploring Identity and Storytelling with Dr. Sa...

    In this episode of The Patient from Hell, we sit down with Samira and Dr. Samantha, two storytellers who delve into the power of personal narratives, cultural identity, and representation....

    Exploring Identity and Storytelling with Dr. Sa...

    In this episode of The Patient from Hell, we sit down with Samira and Dr. Samantha, two storytellers who delve into the power of personal narratives, cultural identity, and representation....

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INFORMATIONAL CANER ARTICLES
  • Is BI RADS 5 Always Cancer?

    Is BI RADS 5 Always Cancer?

    The Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) is a tool radiologists use to classify findings from breast imaging like mammograms, ultrasounds, or MRIs.

    Is BI RADS 5 Always Cancer?

    The Breast Imaging Reporting and Data System (BI-RADS) is a tool radiologists use to classify findings from breast imaging like mammograms, ultrasounds, or MRIs.

  • How to Relieve Joint and Muscle Pain After Chemotherapy

    How to Relieve Joint and Muscle Pain After Chem...

    Chemotherapy is a powerful treatment that can save lives, but it’s not without its challenges. For many, joint and muscle pain after chemotherapy is one of the lingering effects.

    How to Relieve Joint and Muscle Pain After Chem...

    Chemotherapy is a powerful treatment that can save lives, but it’s not without its challenges. For many, joint and muscle pain after chemotherapy is one of the lingering effects.

  • Taxotere Side Effects

    Taxotere Side Effects

    If you’ve been prescribed Taxotere (Docetaxel®) as part of your chemotherapy treatment, you may have questions about what to expect. Taxotere is a powerful chemotherapy drug used to treat several...

    Taxotere Side Effects

    If you’ve been prescribed Taxotere (Docetaxel®) as part of your chemotherapy treatment, you may have questions about what to expect. Taxotere is a powerful chemotherapy drug used to treat several...

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