Patient Experience
As a 28-year-old professional dancer with unexplained chronic fatigue, Dr. Jois's precise PET-CT scan revealed a rare thyroid condition missed by others. Her compassionate approach and detailed explanation helped me understand the nuclear medicine process, and now I'm back on stage after targeted treatment.
My 8-year-old daughter needed a renal scan for recurrent UTIs. Dr. Jois transformed a potentially scary procedure into an adventure with her gentle manner and child-friendly explanations. The detailed imaging identified a congenital issue we're now successfully managing.
After my 65-year-old husband's heart attack, Dr. Jois performed an emergency myocardial perfusion scan that precisely identified the damaged areas. Her quick analysis helped cardiologists plan his angioplasty, ultimately saving his life during that critical night.
As a cancer survivor in my 40s, Dr. Jois's follow-up PET scans have provided peace of mind for five years. She remembers personal details about my family each visit and explains results with both medical expertise and genuine care.
When my father's dementia worsened unexpectedly at 78, Dr. Jois conducted a brain perfusion SPECT that revealed an underlying vascular issue. Her findings allowed for medication adjustments that significantly improved his quality of life.
As a professional athlete at 32, I needed precise bone imaging for a persistent stress fracture. Dr. Jois's three-phase bone scan provided such detailed information that my orthopedic surgeon could plan a minimally invasive procedure with perfect accuracy.
During my pregnancy at 35, a critical thyroid issue required nuclear medicine evaluation. Dr. Jois carefully calibrated the lowest possible radiation dose while ensuring diagnostic accuracy, reassuring me throughout the process about safety for my unborn child.
My teenage son's mysterious bone pain baffled specialists until Dr. Jois performed a whole-body scan that identified rare multifocal osteomyelitis. Her persistence in investigating unusual cases gave us answers after months of uncertainty.
After being diagnosed with neuroendocrine tumors at 45, Dr. Jois's Ga-68 DOTATATE PET scans have been crucial in monitoring my condition. She coordinates seamlessly with my oncologist, creating integrated treatment plans that feel truly personalized.
When my wife suffered unexplained weight loss at 60, Dr. Jois's FDG PET scan detected early-stage ovarian cancer that conventional imaging had missed. Her early intervention allowed for successful treatment before it spread.
As a medical student observing nuclear medicine, I witnessed Dr. Jois handle a complex case where a patient had an adverse reaction to contrast. Her calm expertise and immediate response turned a potentially dangerous situation into a well-managed incident.
My 5-year-old's rare genetic disorder required specialized imaging. Dr. Jois created a cartoon storybook explaining the 'special camera' adventure, making him excited rather than fearful for the procedure that provided crucial diagnostic information.
After a workplace radiation exposure incident in my 50s, Dr. Jois conducted comprehensive monitoring and calmly explained the actual risks versus perceived dangers. Her expertise in radiation safety provided tremendous reassurance during a frightening time.
When traditional imaging couldn't locate the source of my gastrointestinal bleeding at 42, Dr. Jois performed a tagged red blood cell scan that identified the exact spot. Her precision allowed surgeons to repair the lesion with minimal invasion.
As the daughter of an 85-year-old patient with multiple conditions, I appreciated how Dr. Jois explained complex nuclear medicine results in simple terms to my father while providing detailed information to our family for informed decision-making.