Patient Experience
When our 3-day-old newborn developed severe jaundice requiring immediate phototherapy, Dr. Jagadish Chinnappa's calm expertise at Manipal Hospital turned our panic into confidence. His round-the-clock monitoring and gentle approach with our fragile baby made the critical first week manageable.
Our 14-year-old daughter's rare autoimmune disorder had baffled multiple specialists until Dr. Chinnappa's meticulous investigation revealed juvenile dermatomyositis. His personalized treatment plan combining medication and physical therapy gave her back the ability to play basketball within six months.
During a monsoon outbreak, our 7-year-old contracted dengue with rapidly dropping platelet counts. Dr. Chinnappa's emergency intervention and daily platelet monitoring at Manipal Hospital prevented complications when his temperature spiked to 104°F, saving us from ICU admission.
As foster parents to a 5-year-old with severe malnutrition from previous neglect, Dr. Chinnappa's nutritional rehabilitation program and emotional support helped our child gain 4 kg in three months while addressing developmental delays with incredible patience.
Our premature twins' complex respiratory issues required specialized neonatal care that Dr. Chinnappa coordinated seamlessly between departments. His weekly progress updates and practical advice made our 45-day NICU stay less overwhelming for first-time parents.
When traditional treatments failed for our 16-year-old's chronic migraines, Dr. Chinnappa introduced innovative nerve block therapy that reduced headache frequency from daily to twice monthly, dramatically improving his school performance and social life.
After our 9-year-old aspirated a small toy part during play, Dr. Chinnappa's quick decision for emergency bronchoscopy at Manipal Hospital prevented lung damage. His follow-up care included educating our whole family on prevention measures.
Dr. Chinnappa's management of our 11-year-old's type 1 diabetes transition included teaching insulin pump usage while addressing adolescent emotional challenges. His teen diabetes support group meetings made our daughter feel less alone in her condition.
Our 6-month-old's failure to thrive was correctly diagnosed as cystic fibrosis by Dr. Chinnappa after others dismissed it as poor feeding. His comprehensive care plan involving respiratory therapy and nutritional support has given our child a fighting chance.
When our 13-year-old developed mysterious joint pain that kept him from walking, Dr. Chinnappa's detective work uncovered Lyme disease from a camping trip months earlier. His targeted antibiotic treatment had our son hiking again within weeks.
Dr. Chinnappa's compassionate approach with our autistic 8-year-old during routine vaccinations transformed what used to be traumatic experiences. His sensory-friendly techniques and patience made healthcare accessible for our special needs child.
After our 15-year-old suffered a sports-related concussion, Dr. Chinnappa's graduated return-to-learn protocol balanced academic pressure with proper brain recovery. His coordination with school authorities ensured appropriate accommodations during healing.
Our 2-year-old's rare metabolic disorder requires precise medication timing and dietary restrictions. Dr. Chinnappa created a customized management plan with emergency protocols for traveling families, giving us confidence to maintain normalcy in our lives.
When our 10-year-old developed Kawasaki disease during peak COVID, Dr. Chinnappa's teleconsultation system allowed for daily monitoring while minimizing hospital exposure. His timely IVIG treatment prevented coronary complications despite pandemic constraints.