Dr. Somanna Reviews

At 78, I'd given up hope after multiple urology consults elsewhere. Dr. Somanna actually listened to my prostate issues without rushing me. His gentle approach during the procedure and his staff's patience with my slow walking made me feel human again. The difference in my quality of life now is night and day.

Our 8-year-old son was terrified of hospitals after a previous bad experience. Dr. Somanna won him over by showing him cartoon diagrams of how kidneys work and letting him hold the stethoscope. He treated our child's UTI with such care that our son now says he wants to be a urologist! (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

3 AM kidney stone emergency - I was writhing in pain. Dr. Somanna came in within 20 minutes of being called, his calm presence immediately reassuring. He managed my pain swiftly and explained the laser procedure so clearly even through my agony. The midnight relief he provided was nothing short of miraculous. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

What started as a routine prostate checkup revealed something concerning. Dr. Somanna's thoroughness saved me - he ordered additional tests that caught early-stage cancer. His direct but compassionate delivery of the news, followed by his precise robotic surgery, gave me back my future. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

After my complex kidney transplant, Dr. Somanna visited me twice daily, even on weekends. He remembered minute details about my recovery progress and adjusted medications with incredible precision. His dedication made me feel like I was his only patient. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

I traveled from Bangladesh specifically for Dr. Somanna's expertise with rare urethral strictures. His innovative approach using tissue engineering was beyond anything available back home. The way he coordinated with international insurance and provided video follow-ups shows he's truly world-class. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

My teenage daughter was embarrassed about her bedwetting issue. Dr. Somanna discussed it with such normalcy and respect that she felt comfortable opening up. His bladder retraining program worked wonders, and he made sure to include her in every decision about her treatment. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

Emergency bladder rupture from a car accident - the surgical team said it was one of the most complicated repairs they'd seen. Dr. Somanna's steady hands and innovative stitching technique saved me from a permanent catheter. His surgical skill is genuinely artistry. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

Just a simple vasectomy consultation, but Dr. Somanna spent 45 minutes answering every question without making me feel rushed. His no-scalpel technique was virtually painless, and his post-op care instructions were so detailed I had zero complications. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

Watching Dr. Somanna explain my father's kidney failure options was incredible. He used simple analogies we could understand, presented all choices without bias, and supported our family's decision completely. His empathy during end-of-life care was profound. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

I'm a nurse at Manipal, so I've seen many urologists work. Dr. Somanna's surgical precision during my own nephrectomy was breathtaking. He anticipates complications before they happen, and his respect for the nursing staff reflects in how his patients recover faster. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

After botched prostate surgery elsewhere left me incontinent, I was depressed and isolated. Dr. Somanna didn't just fix the physical problem - he restored my dignity. His artificial urinary sphincter procedure gave me back my confidence to socialize again. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

My wife's advanced bladder cancer required radical cystectomy. Dr. Somanna's innovative neobladder reconstruction means she lives normally without external bags. The way he involved both of us in the decision-making process showed he treats families, not just patients. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

As a young woman with recurring UTIs, previous doctors dismissed my pain. Dr. Somanna actually investigated the root cause - discovering an anatomical abnormality. His corrective surgery has given me my first pain-free year since adolescence. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)

Follow-up for kidney stones became a life lesson in prevention. Dr. Somanna analyzed my diet down to the mineral content of my drinking water and created a personalized plan. His preventive approach is why I haven't had stones in three years now. (Patient of Dr. Somanna)