Dr. Ashwini Collaco

Dr. Collaco is a highly experienced Pulmonologist currently practising at Manipal Hospitals, Goa. With years of expertise, she brings immense knowledge to the field of respiratory medicine. Her educational journey began with an MBBS degree, followed by a Doctor of Medicine (MD) in Pulmonary Medicine from Goa Medical College. Further specialising her skills, she earned the Indian Diploma in Critical Care Medicine (IDCCM) from Kokilaben Dhirubhai AmbaniHospital and the prestigious European Diploma in Adult Respiratory Medicine (EDARM). She also holds several certifications that showcase her advanced knowledge in Sleep Medicine and Interventional Pulmonology. Dr. Collaco is an active member of various professional organisations, such as the Association of Chest Physicians of Goa, the Indian Chest Society, the European Respiratory Society, the Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine, and the Indian Medical Association. She is highly experienced in the diagnosis and management of a comprehensive range of respiratory conditions, including Tuberculosis, severe Respiratory Infections like Pneumonia, COPD, Asthma, and various Interstitial Lung Diseases. She also specialises in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and Pleural Diseases such as Pneumothorax, Pleural Effusion, and Empyema. Dr. Collaco is proficient in essential diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including Spirometry, Thoracocentesis, Intercostal Tube Insertion (or Pigtail Tube Insertion), and Pleurodesis. Furthermore, she expertly performs Bronchoscopy for procedures like Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL), Endobronchial Biopsy, Brush Biopsy, and TransbronchialNeedle Aspiration (TBNA). Dr. Collaco is dedicated to advancing the field of pulmonology and respiratory medicine through her research, having published several papers on respiratory failure and lung disorders.