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Dr Rajesh Kota

Dr Rajesh Kota american Oncology Hospitals

Dr Rajesh Kota

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Dr. Rajesh Kota is a highly experienced Medical Oncologist based in Vijayawada, with over 14 years of expertise in comprehensive cancer care. He currently serves as the Medical Director and Senior Consultant in Medical Oncology at the American Oncology Institute.

He completed his MBBS from Guntur Medical College, followed by an MD in Internal Medicine from M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Bengaluru, and a DM in Medical Oncology from the prestigious Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS), Hyderabad.

Dr. Kota specializes in the management of breast, lung, and gastrointestinal cancers. His clinical approach focuses on precision oncology, immunotherapy, and delivering patient-centered care. He is committed not only to effective cancer treatment but also to improving patients’ quality of life and overall well-being through comprehensive symptom management.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Kota is an empanelled NABH Assessor, actively contributing to hospital accreditation, quality assurance, and patient safety initiatives. He supports healthcare organizations in achieving clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement.

  • Medical Director & Senior Consultant Medical Oncology at American Oncology Institute, Vijayawada - 2020 Onwards
  • Medical Oncologist and Haematologist, Nagarjuna Hospitals, Vijayawada - 2016-2020
  • Medical Oncologist and Haematology, American Oncology Institute, Andhra Hospitals, Vijayawada - 2014-2015
  • Resident Specialist, Department of Oncology, Guntur Medical College and Government General Hospital, Guntur - 2014-2015
  • Senior Resident, Department Oncology, Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad - 2011-2014
  • Junior Resident, Department of Internal Medicine, M.S. Ramaiah Teaching Hospital and M.S. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital, Bengaluru - 2008-2011
  • Resident Rotating Intern, Government General Hospital, Guntur - 2004-2005
  • DM (Medical Oncology) – Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad, 2014
  • M.D. (Internal Medicine) – M.S. Ramaiah Medical College, Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bengaluru, 2011
  • M.B.B.S. – Guntur Medical College, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, 2005
  • Breast cancer
  • Lung cancer
  • Gastrointestinal oncology
  • Precision oncology
  • Immuno-oncology
  • Geriatric oncology
  • ESMO Certification, European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO), 2013
  • USMLE Certification, ECFMG, USA, 2006 (Step 1) – 2007 (Step 2 CK)
  • Publications: Various papers published in renowned Medical Journals.
  • Presentations: Presented various papers in National and International Medical Conferences and Workshops.
  • American Society of Clinical Oncology – ASCO (Full member)
  • European Society for Medical Oncology – ESMO (Full member)
  • Indian Cooperative Oncology Network – ICON (Life member)
  • Capital Oncology Society, Amaravathi (Life member)
  • Indian Medical Association – IMA (Life member)
  • Medical Oncology Society - AP
  • Andhra Pradesh Medical Council – 53387