Patient Experience
My 82-year-old father was struggling with unexplained tremors and confusion. Dr. Manjunath Mahadevappa at Manipal Hospital didn't just treat symptoms, he spent an hour with us explaining how Parkinson's medications interact with his existing heart condition. His compassionate approach and clear diagrams made complex neurology accessible to our whole family.
When our 7-year-old daughter started having staring spells at school, we feared the worst. Dr. Manjunath's calm demeanor put us all at ease. He diagnosed absence seizures through careful observation and started her on a low-dose treatment that changed everything. She's now back to topping her class without any side effects!
Rushed to Manipal Hospital after collapsing at work with stroke symptoms, Dr. Manjunath's team acted with incredible speed. Within minutes, he was performing assessments and coordinating with the intervention team. His decisive action during those critical hours saved me from permanent disability, I'm walking and talking normally thanks to his expertise.
What I thought would be a routine migraine follow-up turned into a life-saving discovery. Dr. Manjunath noticed subtle changes in my reflex responses that others had missed for years. Further scans revealed a small aneurysm, now successfully treated. His attention to detail is nothing short of remarkable.
After my complex brain tumor surgery, Dr. Manjunath visited me twice daily, even on weekends. He explained every step of recovery in simple terms and adjusted medications based on my feedback. His personalized post-op care made me feel like I was his only patient despite his busy schedule.
My teenage son developed sudden weakness on his left side after a viral fever. Dr. Manjunath diagnosed acute disseminated encephalomyelitis and started treatment immediately. Throughout the scary hospital stay, he maintained honest communication while giving us hope. Our son made a full recovery in six weeks!
As a software engineer with chronic tension headaches, I'd seen multiple specialists. Dr. Manjunath was the first to connect my posture, screen time, and caffeine intake to the headaches. His holistic approach and practical lifestyle modifications worked better than any medication I'd tried previously.
When my mother's dementia progressed rapidly, Dr. Manjunath helped us navigate the emotional and medical challenges with incredible sensitivity. He created a tailored management plan that respected her dignity while ensuring her safety. His guidance brought peace to our family during a difficult time.
Suffering from debilitating vertigo for months, I'd nearly given up hope. Dr. Manjunath performed a series of positional tests and identified benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. After one simple maneuver in his office, my world stopped spinning. The relief was instantaneous and life-changing!
Following a car accident with head trauma, my cognitive function seemed off. Dr. Manjunath ordered specialized neuropsychological testing that revealed subtle deficits others had missed. His concussion rehabilitation program restored my memory and concentration through targeted exercises.
My husband's rare autoimmune encephalitis puzzled many doctors. Dr. Manjunath consulted with international experts and developed an innovative treatment protocol. His willingness to think outside standard protocols and fight for unconventional treatments saved my husband's life.
As an epilepsy patient since childhood, I'd never found a neurologist who listened to my concerns about medication side effects. Dr. Manjunath worked with me to find the perfect balance, controlling seizures while minimizing cognitive fog. He treats me as a partner in my own care.
When my father-in-law developed Guillain-Barré syndrome, Dr. Manjunath coordinated with ICU, physiotherapy, and respiratory teams seamlessly. His daily updates during the critical phase were both medically detailed and emotionally supportive. We felt guided through every step of the recovery journey.