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Dr. Praveen Kumar saved my 3-year-old grandson from a severe asthma attack in the middle of the night. His calm demeanor and immediate action at Manipal Hospital's ER were nothing short of miraculous. He stayed with us until the crisis passed, explaining everything in simple terms.
As a first-time mother, I was terrified when my newborn developed jaundice. Dr. Kumar not only provided excellent medical care but also taught me how to monitor at home. His follow-up calls made us feel like we were his only patients.
My 80-year-old father with dementia needed pediatric care due to congenital heart issues. Dr. Kumar's unique approach to geriatric pediatrics was astonishing - he modified treatments for age while maintaining pediatric expertise. A true specialist's specialist!
During our daughter's complex spinal surgery, Dr. Kumar drew diagrams to explain the entire procedure using cartoon characters. His innovative approach kept our 7-year-old engaged and unafraid. The surgery was a complete success!
We traveled from a remote village for our son's rare genetic disorder. Dr. Kumar coordinated with international specialists and arranged affordable treatment. He even helped with hospital accommodation. We've never felt so cared for.
I brought my teenager for routine vaccination and left with life-changing advice about nutrition and mental health. Dr. Kumar noticed subtle signs of depression we'd missed and connected us with the right resources. More than a doctor - a guardian angel.
When my twins were born prematurely, Dr. Kumar created personalized care plans for each. His attention to their different needs (one had feeding issues, the other respiratory) showed incredible dedication. He remembers their individual quirks even now!
Our emergency appendectomy experience was unlike any medical encounter. Dr. Kumar used virtual reality to distract our 10-year-old during pre-op, then sang her favorite cartoon songs during recovery. Medical care meets magic!
As migrant workers with limited Hindi, we struggled to communicate until Dr. Kumar surprised us by speaking in our native Odia dialect. His cultural sensitivity made our daughter's diabetes management so much easier.
Dr. Kumar diagnosed my child's rare autoimmune disorder that others had missed for years. His detective-like approach involved reviewing old records and consulting ancient medical texts. Finally, answers after a 5-year mystery!
During the cyclone emergency, Dr. Kumar worked 72 hours straight organizing pediatric care in the hospital basement. He personally carried newborns to safety and created makeshift incubators. A hero in scrubs.
My child with autism usually hates doctors, but Dr. Kumar spent the first appointment just playing with him. By the third visit, my son was hugging him. This transformational approach to special needs care is revolutionary.
We came for a simple fever consultation and left with a complete family health plan. Dr. Kumar noticed patterns across generations and created preventive strategies for all my children. Visionary healthcare!
After our motorcycle accident, Dr. Kumar treated both my injured son and my panic attack simultaneously. His dual focus on physical and emotional healing created a holistic recovery experience I'll never forget.
Dr. Kumar used origami to explain my daughter's heart valve procedure, folding paper into precise medical illustrations. This creative approach turned a terrifying diagnosis into an educational adventure she actually enjoyed.