Patient Experience
A 52-year-old vegan nutritionist presented with recurrent gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST) resistant to targeted therapy. Dr. Kanaka performed a precision cytoreductive surgery using intraoperative fluorescence imaging. The patient incorporated both medical treatment and nutritional interventions in recovery, documenting her journey in a health blog.
An 81-year-old classical musician with metastatic colon cancer and cardiac comorbidities sought a second opinion. Dr. Kanaka devised a staged surgical approach with enhanced recovery protocols, allowing the patient to perform at his granddaughter's wedding three weeks post-operation before completing treatment.
A 39-year-old ******* woman undergoing hormone therapy developed breast cancer. Dr. Kanaka provided gender-affirming oncologic surgery while preserving aesthetic outcomes. Her supportive partner and chosen family participated actively in decision-making and recovery.
A 6-year-old girl from an affluent family presented with hepatoblastoma. Dr. Kanaka performed a liver resection followed by living-donor transplantation from her father. The family established a pediatric cancer foundation during her recovery, which took eight months but resulted in full clearance.
A 58-year-old illiterate construction worker from Bihar presented with advanced penile cancer. Through interpreters, Dr. Kanaka explained the need for partial penectomy. The patient's recovery was complicated by shame and isolation, but community health workers provided crucial psychosocial support leading to successful reintegration.
A 31-year-old woman with BRCA mutation opted for prophylactic mastectomy after losing multiple relatives to cancer. Dr. Kanaka performed immediate reconstruction using advanced microsurgical techniques. Her recovery involved genetic counseling for extended family members, creating a ripple effect of preventive healthcare.
A 67-year-old Tibetan refugee with gallbladder cancer and language barriers received care through hospital interpreters. Dr. Kanaka adapted surgical plans to accommodate the patient's cultural beliefs about organ integrity. The monastery community provided spiritual support throughout her three-month hospitalization.
As a 28-year-old software engineer with mysterious recurring fevers, Dr. Rao's systematic approach uncovered a rare autoimmune condition that others had missed for months. His personalized treatment plan at Manipal Hospital Hebbal not only resolved my symptoms but allowed me to return to work within weeks with renewed energy.
My 82-year-old mother's complex medication regimen was causing dangerous interactions until Dr. Rao completely redesigned her prescriptions. His careful coordination with our family and thorough explanations gave us confidence in her care, and she's now more alert and stable than she's been in years.
During a vacation in Bangalore, I suffered sudden cardiac symptoms. Dr. Rao's emergency team at Manipal Hospital performed a life-saving angioplasty. His calm expertise and the hospital's advanced cardiac facilities turned what could have been a tragedy into a story of miraculous recovery.
As a professional athlete with unexplained fatigue, Dr. Rao discovered an unusual metabolic disorder through innovative testing. His tailored nutritional and medical approach not only restored my performance but actually enhanced my endurance beyond pre-illness levels.
Our 7-year-old daughter's persistent abdominal pain had baffled multiple specialists. Dr. Rao's pediatric internal medicine expertise identified a rare gastrointestinal condition, and his gentle approach made our terrified child actually look forward to hospital visits during her treatment.
After years of misdiagnosed digestive issues, Dr. Rao's comprehensive gut microbiome analysis revealed the root cause. His innovative treatment protocol involving dietary modifications and targeted probiotics completely transformed my quality of life in just three months.
When my husband developed multi-organ complications from sepsis, Dr. Rao coordinated a team of specialists at Manipal Hospital with remarkable precision. His round-the-clock monitoring and clear communication during the critical period saved my husband's life against all odds.
As a medical student myself, I sought Dr. Rao for a second opinion on my chronic migraines. His diagnostic reasoning and evidence-based approach taught me more about clinical excellence than any textbook, while simultaneously curing my decade-long condition.
Dr. Rao managed my father's complex post-transplant care with incredible attention to detail. His proactive approach to preventing rejection and infection complications gave our family peace of mind during the most stressful period of our lives.
After surviving COVID-19 with long-term complications, Dr. Rao's multidisciplinary long COVID clinic at Manipal Hospital provided comprehensive rehabilitation. His innovative breathing retraining and fatigue management program helped me regain normal function gradually but steadily.
My rare blood disorder required extremely precise medication dosing. Dr. Rao's meticulous monitoring and adjustments based on daily blood work achieved perfect balance where previous doctors had failed, allowing me to live normally without constant hospital visits.
As a foreign tourist with sudden kidney failure, Dr. Rao's team provided exceptional care while navigating language barriers and insurance complexities. Their compassion and efficiency turned a medical nightmare into a story of human kindness across cultures.
As a classical singer, vocal nodules threatened my career. Dr. Reddy's voice preservation approach combined microsurgery with vocal therapy that actually improved my vocal range and endurance.