Kavita Mishra

Kavita Mishra, MD, MPH, is a Clinical Professor in Radiation Oncology at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). She specializes in proton beam therapy and plaque brachytherapy for ocular malignancies, particularly uveal melanoma. Her research focuses on clinical outcomes, tumor control, and quality-of-life improvements in patients undergoing eye cancer treatments. Dr. Mishra co-chairs PTCOG Ocular, leading global collaboration in ocular proton therapy standards. She also explores integrative medicine strategies, such as mindfulness interventions, to enhance patient care equity.

Education: B.A. Biology (Harvard University), M.D. (UCSF School of Medicine), M.P.H. (Harvard School of Public Health). Residency in Radiation Oncology at UCSF Medical Center.

Research Interests: Ocular oncology care, proton therapy innovation, sustainable healthcare practices, and patient-centered approaches in integrative oncology. Her work bridges clinical practice with global health initiatives, including HIV care in Kenya and rural road accessibility in India.

Publications span over 50 peer-reviewed articles, emphasizing ocular proton therapy protocols, mindfulness-based interventions, and ocular tumor treatment outcomes. She actively contributes to multidisciplinary teams advancing ocular radiation oncology through international collaborations.