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An affluent 4-year-old boy with complex food allergies and asthma was brought in during an acute anaphylactic episode. Dr. Baliwanth swiftly administered epinephrine and stabilized him, then developed a comprehensive allergy action plan involving diet modification, environmental controls, and emergency preparedness, with full family engagement in the process.

A newborn from a low-income family showed failure to thrive and recurrent infections. Dr. Baliwanth diagnosed severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) through advanced testing. He arranged for immunoglobulin therapy and referred the family to a specialized center for possible bone marrow transplant, while providing compassionate support throughout the difficult prognosis.

A teenage athlete from a middle-class family presented with concussion symptoms after a sports injury. Dr. Baliwanth implemented a graded return-to-learn and return-to-play protocol, working closely with the school and coaches to ensure proper academic accommodations and physical rest, resulting in full recovery within three weeks.

A 2-year-old from an immigrant family with language barriers presented with developmental delays. Dr. Baliwanth identified global developmental delay and arranged multidisciplinary therapy including speech, occupational, and physical therapy. He used visual aids and interpreters to ensure the family understood and could participate fully in the child's care plan.

A 7-year-old girl from a rural village presented with persistent fever and joint pain, initially misdiagnosed elsewhere. Dr. Baliwanth identified it as rheumatic heart disease through careful auscultation and echocardiography. He initiated penicillin prophylaxis and coordinated with cardiology for ongoing management, educating the family about long-term care despite their limited resources.