Dr Manasa C

Dr. Manasa C is the Head of the Department of Clinical Pharmacology at Sri Shankara Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, Bangalore. With 7 years of experience in oncology-focused pharmacology, she brings specialized expertise in therapeutic drug monitoring, pharmacogenomics, adverse drug reaction management, and antimicrobial stewardship.

She holds a PharmD, a Fellowship in Oncopharmacology, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Research. Her clinical focus includes drug safety and efficacy in bone marrow transplantation and hematology, along with managing complex drug interactions in cancer care. She is a member of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP).

Her published work includes research on antimicrobial prophylaxis in surgical site infections, cyclosporine level monitoring, oral TKI side effects, and mechanisms of 5-FU toxicity. She is committed to advancing personalized oncology pharmacotherapy and aims to drive research, safety, and precision in cancer drug management.