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About the department

The Department of Medical Oncology at Coimbatore Medical College Hospital was established in 2013 under the umbrella of the Regional Cancer Center. It was formed alongside Surgical Oncology and Radiation Oncology to deliver comprehensive cancer care in the region. Since its inception, the department has been dedicated to advancing cancer treatment, education, and research for patients in and around the Coimbatore district.
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Dr. M. Prabagar, MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology),

Heaad of the Department

Dr. M. Prabagar, MBBS, MD (General Medicine), DM (Medical Oncology), is the Head of the Department of Medical Oncology. With over 15 years of teaching experience, he has served in various capacities from Junior Resident to Professor. A distinguished member of several national oncology societies, he actively contributes to research, ethical review boards, and scientific committees. His leadership has helped in shaping the DM Medical Oncology program initiated in 2022.

Faculties

C. Hannah Ueno
Assistant Professor
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Thomas Fred
Associate Professor
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Jennifer Aarons
Professor of Art
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Professors
Michael McGarvey
Professor of Literature
Katherine Panagakos earned her M.A. in Classics from Tulane University and her Ph.D. in Greek and Latin from The Ohio State University. During her graduate work, she was a student at The American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA) and was a field walker and camp manager at the Eastern Korinthia Archaeogical Survey (EKAS). Katherine spent three years in a rotating position at schools in the Associated Colleges of the South (Southwestern University in Georgetown, TX; Furman University in Greenville, SC; and Rhodes College in Memphis, TN).
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Course Handling

DM Medical Oncology

Super Speciality Course

Research and Publications

Ongoing research

  1. PDL1 Status in Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma

  2. Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy and Its Impact on Quality of Life in Cancer Patients

  3. Molecular Classification of Breast Cancer and Its Prognostic Significance – A Retrospective Study

  4. INTERLACE Trial in Cervical Cancer Patients

Publications

[1] G. Balamurugan, “Therapeutic significance of lymphadenectomy in early stage clear cell carcinoma ovary,” International Journal of Scientific Study, vol. 7, Apr. 2019. [PubMed Indexed].

[2] G. Balamurugan, “Clinical significance of neck dissection in post-radiotherapy clinically negative N0 neck in advanced T3/T4 oral malignancies,” International Journal of Scientific Study, vol. 6, Mar. 2019. [PubMed Indexed].

[3] G. Balamurugan, “Role of axillary reverse mapping in breast cancer to decrease complications,” International Journal of Scientific Study, vol. 6, Feb. 2019. [PubMed Indexed].

[4] G. Balamurugan, “Histomorphological spectrum of pancreatic carcinoma,” International Journal of Scientific Study, Apr. 2019. [PubMed Indexed].

[5] G. Balamurugan, “Flap reconstruction option and outcomes for carcinoma lip – our experience,” Global Journal for Research Analysis, Feb. 2022. [PubMed Indexed].

[6] G. Balamurugan, “Port chemotherapy in cancer patient – our experience and review,” International Journal of Advanced Research, vol. 6, Jun. 2019. [PubMed Indexed].

[7] G. Balamurugan, “Study of frozen section and lymph node in management of mucinous ovarian tumours,” International Journal of Contemporary Medical Research, Jan. 2024. [PubMed Indexed].

[8] G. Balamurugan, “Retrospective analysis of post-treatment complications in patients with carcinoma vulva undergoing surgery as a primary treatment modality,” Asian Journal of Medical Sciences, 2022. [Scopus Indexed].

[9] N. Selvaraj, “Postoperative pulmonary complications following head and neck oncosurgery – a case control study,” Panacea Journal of Medical Sciences, May 9, 2022. [PubMed Indexed].

[10] N. Selvaraj, “Genomic approach to identify association of environmental bisphenol-A (BPA) in daily use plastics as molecular disruptors in breast cancer,” Meta Gene, Apr. 2019. [Bibilinguistic Indexed].

[11] N. Selvaraj, “Flap reconstruction option and outcomes for carcinoma lip – our experience,” Global Journal for Research Analysis, Feb. 2022. [PubMed Indexed].

[12] N. Selvaraj, “Port chemotherapy in cancer patient – our experience and review,” International Journal of Advanced Research. [PubMed Indexed].

[13] G. Balamurugan, “Proximal myopathy revealing a giant parathyroid adenoma – a case report,” National Medical Journal of India, Feb. 2025.

[14] N. Senthilkumar, “Medial plantar artery flap for heel pad reconstruction.” [Journal name and publication year not specified].

[15] N. Senthilkumar, “Vulvar cancer – post-operative complications.” [Journal name and publication year not specified].

Achievments

Faculties

Initiated the DM Medical Oncology course in 2022.

Students

  • Dr. Priyanka Raju and Dr. Chakkaravarthy R.K. won First Prize in a quiz competition at the Coimbatore Oncological Society’s 100th meeting.

  • Dr. Priyanka Raju cleared her DM Medical Oncology final exam on the first attempt.

  • All PGs have actively participated in national-level conferences and presented research papers and posters.

Events and Services

Academic events

  • Biweekly Journal Club

  • Weekly Seminars

  • Regular Webinars

  • Interdepartmental Multidisciplinary Tumor Board Meetings

Community Services

  • Day Care Chemotherapy Services

  • Inpatient Chemotherapy Services

  • Day Care Minor Procedures

  • Hematology Services

  • Administration of Targeted Therapies for Cancer Patients

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