Dr. Ashwini Collaco

Dr Ashwini Collaco is an experienced pulmonologist and respiratory medicine specialist in Goa with over 15 years of clinical experience in managing tuberculosis, COPD, asthma, interstitial lung diseases, lung cancer, pleural diseases, sleep apnoea, and critical care respiratory conditions.

She currently practises as a Consultant in Pulmonology at Manipal Hospital, Dona Paula, Goa and Radiance Diagnostics, Mapusa, where she provides advanced diagnostic and therapeutic respiratory care including bronchoscopy, thoracoscopy, spirometry, and sleep medicine services.

If you are searching for the best pulmonologist in Goa or a trusted lung and respiratory specialist near Panaji, Dr A Collaco brings over a decade and a half of focused respiratory practice and a thorough, evidence-based approach that patients with serious lung and breathing conditions trust.

She consults in English, Hindi, and Konkani.

Areas of Expertise

Dr Ashwini is widely regarded as one of the best pulmonologists in Goa for tuberculosis care, COPD, asthma, pleural diseases, sleep apnoea, and advanced bronchoscopic procedures.

Tuberculosis, COPD, and Chronic Lung Diseases

• Tuberculosis diagnosis and management
• COPD evaluation and long-term care
• Asthma management
• Interstitial lung diseases (ILDs)
• Lung cancer evaluation and management
• Respiratory infection and pneumonia care

Pleural Diseases and Bronchoscopic Procedures

• Pleural effusion, pneumothorax, and empyema management
• Thoracocentesis
• Intercostal and pigtail tube insertion
• Pleurodesis
• Medical thoracoscopy
• Bronchoscopy (BAL, endobronchial biopsy, brush biopsy, TBNA)

Sleep Medicine and Critical Care

• Obstructive sleep apnoea evaluation and management
• Spirometry
• Critical care respiratory management
• COVID-19 acute respiratory failure management

Professional Experience

Current Affiliations:

• Consultant, Pulmonology, Manipal Hospital, Dona Paula, Goa
• Consultant, Radiance Diagnostics, Mapusa, Goa

Past Affiliations:

• Consultant, Healthway Hospital, Panaji, North Goa

Credentials and Qualifications

Educational Background

• MBBS from Goa Medical College, 2011
• MD in Pulmonary Medicine from Goa Medical College, 2016

Dr Ashwini Collaco holds IDCCM (Indian Diploma in Critical Care Medicine) from Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital and EDARM (European Diploma in Adult Respiratory Medicine).

She also completed a Certificate Course in Bronchoscopy and Thoracoscopy (IMMAST Mumbai), Certificate Course in Sleep Medicine (NITHRA Institute, Chennai and under Dr Manvir Bhatia), and an Observership in Bronchoscopic Procedures at Tata Memorial Hospital.

Research and Publications

Dr Ashwini Collaco has published in Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine, Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, and International Journal of Scientific Research, covering COVID-19 respiratory outcomes, critical care management, and diffuse lung disease diagnostics.

Medical Registration

• Goa Medical Council (GMC 2897)

Professional Memberships

• European Respiratory Society (ERS)
• Indian Chest Society (ICS)
• Association of Chest Physicians of Goa
• Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine (ISCCM)
• Indian Medical Association (IMA)

Book an Appointment

Consult Dr Ashwini Collaco at Manipal Hospital, Dona Paula, Goa. Book instantly via HexaHealth for priority appointments and expert care for tuberculosis, COPD, asthma, ILD, pleural diseases, sleep apnoea, bronchoscopy, or any lung and respiratory concern.