Dr. Dheeraj Karanth C

A 65-year-old retired schoolteacher from a rural background arrived with severe jaundice and abdominal pain. Dr. Karanth diagnosed choledocholithiasis with obstructive jaundice through ERCP. The patient underwent endoscopic sphincterotomy and stone extraction. With minimal family support but excellent nursing care, she recovered fully within two weeks and returned to her village with dietary guidance.

A 42-year-old construction worker with limited financial resources presented with chronic diarrhea and malnutrition. Dr. Karanth discovered tropical sprue through endoscopic biopsy. Treatment included antibiotics, nutritional supplementation, and micronutrient replacement. The hospital's charitable trust supported his medication costs, and he returned to work after three months with continued outpatient follow-up.

A 19-year-old college student from an affluent family was admitted with sudden onset severe abdominal pain. Dr. Karanth diagnosed acute pancreatitis secondary to hypertriglyceridemia. After intensive care management including plasmapheresis and insulin therapy, the patient made a complete recovery. The family was extensively involved in dietary education and genetic counseling for familial lipid disorders.

A 57-year-old shopkeeper with diabetes presented with difficulty swallowing. Endoscopy revealed eosinophilic esophagitis. Dr. Karanth initiated swallowed topical corticosteroids and elimination diet therapy. The patient showed remarkable improvement within six weeks and continued long-term management through teleconsultations during the pandemic.

A 28-year-old software engineer from a middle-class family presented with persistent acid reflux and unexplained weight loss. Dr. Dheeraj Karanth C performed an endoscopy revealing early-stage Barrett's esophagus. Through a combination of lifestyle modifications, proton pump inhibitors, and regular surveillance endoscopies, the patient achieved complete mucosal healing within 18 months, preventing progression to esophageal cancer.