Patient Experience
Dr. Moinoddin performed a life-altering gastric bypass on my 72-year-old mother who had struggled with diabetes and mobility for decades. His team's geriatric-specific postoperative protocol was remarkable,she was walking the same day with controlled pain and her insulin requirements dropped 80% within a week. The way he explained the risks to our family with such transparency yet compassion was extraordinary.
As a 16-year-old with severe obesity-related asthma, I was terrified of surgery until Dr. Moinoddin spent an entire consultation session drawing diagrams of how sleeve gastrectomy would help me breathe better. His team included a pediatric psychologist who prepared me mentally. Six months post-op, I've lost 35kg and just joined my school's basketball team,something I never dreamed possible.
Rushed to Manipal ER at 2 AM with a ruptured gastric band from another hospital, Dr. Moinoddin performed emergency revision surgery within hours. What impressed me beyond his surgical skill was how he personally called my family every hour during the procedure with updates. His calm demeanor during crisis literally saved my life.
Came for what I thought would be a routine pre-bariatric consultation but Dr. Moinoddin detected subtle signs of thyroid dysfunction that everyone else missed. He postponed surgery, coordinated with endocrinologists, and only proceeded after optimization. This man doesn't just operate,he practices true holistic medicine.
Flew from Dubai specifically for Dr. Moinoddin's expertise in complex revisional bariatric surgery after two failed procedures elsewhere. His innovative technique using robotic-assisted laparoscopy resulted in minimal scarring and faster recovery than I imagined possible. The international patient coordination team at Manipal made everything seamless.
As a follow-up patient 3 years post-sleeve gastrectomy, Dr. Moinoddin remembered personal details about my career and family without glancing at my file. His nutritional team developed customized maintenance plans accounting for my vegetarian preferences and travel schedule. This isn't just medical care,it's lifelong partnership.
Witnessed Dr. Moinoddin handle a rare intraoperative complication during my husband's bypass with such technical mastery and unshakable composure that the assisting surgeons later called it 'textbook crisis management'. His ability to make critical decisions under pressure while keeping the team focused was awe-inspiring.
Brought my 14-year-old daughter for metabolic surgery consultation. Dr. Moinoddin spent 45 minutes explaining things directly to her in language she could understand, never talking down to her. His adolescent bariatric program includes peer support groups that made her feel less alone in this journey.
As a patient with multiple comorbidities including sleep apnea and hypertension, Dr. Moinoddin's multidisciplinary approach involved simultaneous consultations with pulmonology and cardiology during my hospital stay. His coordination between specialties ensured no aspect of my health was overlooked.
Traveled from rural Karnataka where bariatric care is unheard of. Dr. Moinoddin's team provided translation services and arranged affordable accommodation for my family. They even taught us how to adapt traditional local foods to my postoperative dietary requirements,cultural sensitivity that touched us deeply.
Two weeks post-op, I developed unusual symptoms at midnight. Instead of directing me to emergency, Dr. Moinoddin answered his personal phone, asked specific questions, and guided me through simple maneuvers that resolved the issue. His dedication transcends hospital hours.
As a medical professional myself, I was astounded by Dr. Moinoddin's innovative technique for single-incision robotic bariatric surgery,something I'd only read about in international journals. His willingness to explain the technical nuances satisfied both the patient and the doctor in me.
Watched Dr. Moinoddin comfort a terrified patient in the pre-op holding area by showing photos of previous successful cases and introducing them to a former patient who happened to be visiting. This personal touch transformed anxiety into confidence right before surgery.