Dr. Abhishek Krishna

Dr Abhishek Krishna is a Consultant in Radiation Oncology in Mangaluru with 10 years of experience, currently practising at Manipal Hospital, Attavar.

He specialises in advanced cancer treatment using precision radiotherapy techniques including stereotactic radiotherapy, IMRT, VMAT, and brachytherapy, and is widely recognised as a leading radiation oncologist in Mangalore for breast, head and neck, cervical, lung, and brain cancers.

He consults in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam.

Area of Expertise

Targeted Cancer Care

Dr Abhishek Krishna manages patients with common and complex malignancies using evidence based radiation protocols:

• Breast cancer radiotherapy
• Head and neck cancer
• Cervical cancer treatment
• Lung cancer radiotherapy
• Brain tumour management

Advanced Radiation Techniques

Patients requiring precision targeted radiation are treated by Dr Krishna using modern technology driven protocols:

• Stereotactic radiotherapy SRS SBRT
• IMRT treatment planning
• VMAT arc therapy
• Image guided radiotherapy
• Adaptive radiation therapy

Brachytherapy and Combined Modalities

Dr Abhishek Krishna delivers intracavitary and interstitial radiation with integrated systemic therapy where indicated:

• High dose rate brachytherapy
• Vaginal vault brachytherapy
• Cervical cancer brachytherapy
• Immunotherapy with radiation
• Multidisciplinary cancer planning

Palliative and Supportive Oncology

Patients with advanced or metastatic disease are supported with symptom directed radiation and palliative care integration:

• Palliative radiotherapy
• Bone metastasis radiation
• Brain metastasis management
• Pain control planning
• Supportive oncology care

Credentials and Qualifications

• MBBS, AJ Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre (2016)
• MD Radiation Oncology, Father Muller Medical College Hospital (2020)
• DNB Radiation Oncology, National Board of Examinations (2020)
• Registration: Karnataka Medical Council, Registration No. 114200 (2016)

Professional Experience

• Consultant, Manipal Hospital, Attavar, Mangaluru
• Senior Resident, Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore
• Senior Resident, Mysore Medical College and Research Institute

Dr Abhishek Krishna also serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at Kasturba Medical College, Mangalore.

Professional Memberships

• Association of Radiation Oncologists of India
• Life Member, Indian Medical Association
• European Society of Medical Oncology
• American Society of Clinical Oncology
• Karnataka Association of Senior Resident Doctors

Awards and Recognition

• NEBA ICAN Excellence in Research Award 2021
• Best Paper Award, 9th Annual Conference of Indian Brachytherapy Society, 2019
• Second Place, Paper Presentation, AROICON 2022, New Delhi

Research and Publications

Dr Abhishek Krishna has contributed to multiple peer reviewed publications in radiation oncology, including:

• Comparison of high dose rate intracavitary brachytherapy regimens in cervical cancer
• Efficacy and safety of EGFR inhibitor gefitinib in recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer
• Geographic and demographic distribution and access to brachytherapy in India
• Dosimetric comparison studies in postmastectomy radiotherapy
• Dosimetric deviations in vaginal vault brachytherapy applications

Book an Appointment with Dr Abhishek Krishna, Radiation Oncologist in Mangaluru

To check consultation availability and book an appointment with Dr Abhishek Krishna at Manipal Hospital, Attavar, connect with the hospital directly for scheduling and cancer care consultation.