Dr. Pragnya Coca

Dr Pragnya Coca is a highly experienced medical oncologist in Bangalore with 22 years of clinical expertise in cancer diagnosis, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and precision medicine. She is recognised for her proficiency in managing breast, gynaecological, lung, head and neck, and gastrointestinal cancers, and holds the prestigious ESMO Certification in Medical Oncology from the European Society for Medical Oncology.

Patients searching for a cancer specialist in Kanakapura Road, reliable medical oncologist in Bangalore, or expert chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatment will find comprehensive, evidence-based oncological care.

Dr Pragnya Coca was awarded the V Hanumantha Rao Gold Medal for Best Outgoing Post Graduate in 2008 and is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, and Tamil, ensuring clear communication with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Pragnya Coca provides a comprehensive range of medical oncology services spanning systemic cancer treatment, targeted therapies, precision medicine, and clinical trials:

Breast Cancer Treatment in Bangalore

Expert medical management of breast malignancies:

• Neoadjuvant and Adjuvant Chemotherapy for breast cancer
• Hormone Receptor-Positive Breast Cancer hormonal therapy management
• HER2-Positive Breast Cancer targeted therapy (Trastuzumab, Pertuzumab)
• Triple-Negative Breast Cancer chemotherapy and immunotherapy
• Metastatic Breast Cancer systemic treatment
• CDK4/6 Inhibitor Therapy for hormone receptor-positive disease
• Bone Metastasis Management in breast cancer

Gynaecological Cancer Treatment in Bangalore

Comprehensive management of female cancers:

• Cervical Cancer Chemotherapy and chemoradiation coordination
• Ovarian Cancer chemotherapy and maintenance therapy
• Endometrial Cancer systemic treatment
• Vulval and Vaginal Cancer management
• PARP Inhibitor Therapy for BRCA-mutated ovarian cancer
• Bevacizumab Therapy for advanced gynaecological cancers

Lung Cancer Treatment

Expert thoracic oncology care:

• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) targeted therapy and immunotherapy
• Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) chemotherapy protocols
• EGFR, ALK, ROS1, KRAS Mutation-Directed Therapy
• Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor Therapy for lung cancer
• Locally Advanced Lung Cancer chemoradiation coordination
• Mesothelioma management

Head and Neck Cancer Treatment

Dr Pragnya Coca manages head and neck malignancies:

• Oral Cavity and Tongue Cancer chemotherapy
• Laryngeal and Pharyngeal Cancer concurrent chemoradiation
• Nasopharyngeal Cancer chemotherapy and targeted therapy
• Thyroid Cancer systemic treatment
• Salivary Gland Tumour medical management
• Cetuximab Therapy for head and neck cancers

Gastrointestinal Cancer Treatment in Bangalore

Comprehensive GI oncology care:

• Colorectal Cancer Chemotherapy (FOLFOX, FOLFIRI, XELOX)
• Gastric and Oesophageal Cancer management
• Hepatocellular Carcinoma (Liver Cancer) systemic therapy
• Pancreatic Cancer chemotherapy protocols
• Cholangiocarcinoma targeted therapy
• GIST (Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumour) imatinib therapy
• Bevacizumab and Cetuximab therapy for colorectal cancers

Chemotherapy and Systemic Treatment

Expert chemotherapy administration:

• Intravenous Chemotherapy planning and administration
• Oral Chemotherapy initiation and monitoring
• Metronomic Chemotherapy for advanced cancers
• Dose-Dense Chemotherapy protocols
• Chemotherapy-Related Side Effect Management
• Port-a-Cath Management for long-term chemotherapy

Immunotherapy in Bangalore

Advanced immune-based cancer treatments:

• Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors (Pembrolizumab, Nivolumab, Atezolizumab)
• PD-L1 Testing and Immunotherapy Selection
• Combination Immunotherapy Approaches
• Immunotherapy Toxicity Management
• CAR-T Cell Therapy referral and coordination

Targeted Therapy and Precision Medicine

Dr Pragnya Coca is actively involved in precision oncology:

• Molecular Tumour Profiling for personalised treatment
• Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) guided therapy
• Targeted Molecular Therapy based on genetic mutations
• BRCA Testing and PARP Inhibitor Therapy
• Biomarker-Driven Treatment Planning

Hormonal Therapy for Cancer

Comprehensive hormonal cancer treatment:

• Aromatase Inhibitor Therapy for breast cancer
• Androgen Deprivation Therapy for prostate cancer
• Tamoxifen and Fulvestrant Therapy for hormone-sensitive cancers
• Luteinising Hormone-Releasing Hormone (LHRH) Agonist Therapy

Cancer Clinical Trials

Dr Coca actively participates in cancer research:

• Clinical Trial Enrollment and Management
• Phase I, II, and III Oncology Trials
• Precision Medicine Trial Participation
• Novel Drug Therapy Access through trials

Supportive and Palliative Oncology

Compassionate cancer support care:

• Cancer Pain Management
• Nutritional Support during chemotherapy
• Palliative Care Coordination for advanced cancers
• Psychosocial Support and family counselling
• Anti-Emetic and Supportive Drug Management

Professional Experience

Dr Pragnya Coca is currently associated with:

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore

She has previously served at:

• Consultant, Kauvery Hospitals, Bangalore
• Consultant, Mazumdar Shaw Medical Center, Bangalore
• Fellow, Nizams Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad
• Resident, King George Hospital

Credentials, Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

• MBBS from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore (2004)
• MD Internal Medicine from Andhra Medical College, Vizag (2008)
• DM Medical Oncology from Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad (2012)
• Fellowship in Medical Oncology from Nizams Institute of Medical Sciences
• ECMO Certification from European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Registration

• Karnataka Medical Council (Registration No: 68808, since 2004)

Professional Memberships

• European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO)

Awards and Honours

• V Hanumantha Rao Gold Medal for Best Outgoing Post Graduate (2008)

Why Consult Dr Pragnya Coca

Dr Pragnya Coca is among the most qualified medical oncologists in Bangalore with DM from Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences, ESMO Certification, the V Hanumantha Rao Gold Medal, and active involvement in clinical trials and precision medicine. Patients benefit from her multidisciplinary, patient-centred approach to cancer care at Manipal Hospital, Kanakapura Road, Bangalore.

Book an Appointment

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