Patient Experience
As a 72-year-old with complex fibroids, I was terrified of surgery. Dr. Shashikala explained everything in Kannada, my native language, and used a minimally invasive technique. I was home in two days with barely any pain - she's a miracle worker for elderly patients like me.
My 14-year-old daughter was suffering from severe menstrual cramps that made her miss school. Dr. Shashikala didn't dismiss her pain as 'normal' but conducted thorough tests, discovered endometriosis early, and created a management plan that gave my child her life back.
After three miscarriages, I'd almost given up hope. Dr. Shashikala's pre-conception counseling and personalized care through my fourth pregnancy resulted in my healthy baby boy. She answered my 3 AM panic calls herself and made me feel like her only patient.
I went for a routine Pap smear and Dr. Shashikala detected abnormal cells that others had missed. Her vigilance led to early cervical cancer treatment. She literally saved my life during what I thought was just a regular checkup.
My wife's high-risk pregnancy with twins required weekly monitoring. Dr. Shashikala remembered every detail without looking at notes, caught developing preeclampsia early, and delivered our babies safely at 36 weeks. Her memory and attention are superhuman.
For my uterine prolapse surgery, Dr. Shashikala used an innovative technique that preserved my organs. At 68, I expected a difficult recovery, but she had me walking the same day and followed up personally every evening for a week.
My teenage daughter was embarrassed about her PCOS acne and weight gain. Dr. Shashikala spoke to her like a friend, created a non-judgmental space, and developed a holistic treatment that addressed both physical and emotional aspects.
During my laparoscopic hysterectomy, Dr. Shashikala discovered unexpected adhesions from previous surgery. Instead of panicking, she meticulously worked through them for 5 hours and still managed to keep the procedure minimally invasive.
When my normal delivery suddenly became complicated with shoulder dystocia, Dr. Shashikala's team moved with military precision. Her calm commands and expert maneuvers prevented any harm to me or my baby - truly a master of obstetric emergencies.
For my menopausal symptoms, other doctors just prescribed hormones. Dr. Shashikala actually listened to my concerns about family cancer history, designed a non-hormonal approach, and checked in monthly to adjust the plan. She treats the whole person, not just symptoms.
My follow-up visit after myomectomy was supposed to be quick, but Dr. Shashikala noticed I seemed anxious. She spent extra time addressing my fears about recurrence and even connected me with a support group. Her care extends beyond the clinical.
As a transgender patient seeking hysterectomy, I faced judgment elsewhere. Dr. Shashikala treated me with dignity, educated her staff about respectful care, and performed my surgery flawlessly while honoring my identity throughout the process.
A 28-year-old software engineer from Bengaluru presented with persistent dry cough and fatigue. Dr. Kumar diagnosed hypersensitivity pneumonitis from prolonged exposure to mold in his poorly ventilated office. Treatment involved corticosteroids and workplace modifications. Full recovery achieved in 6 weeks with no recurrence after environmental changes.
A 72-year-old retired schoolteacher with a history of hypertension developed sudden breathlessness. Dr. Kumar identified a rare case of cryptogenic organizing pneumonia. Treated with a tailored steroid taper over 3 months, the patient showed remarkable improvement and now enjoys daily walks with her grandchildren.
An 8-year-old child from a low-income family was brought in with recurrent pneumonia episodes. Dr. Kumar discovered an undiagnosed tracheoesophageal fistula. He coordinated with pediatric surgeons for successful repair, followed by pulmonary rehabilitation. The family received financial assistance through hospital programs.
A 45-year-old construction worker presented with progressive shortness of breath. Dr. Kumar diagnosed silicosis through advanced imaging and occupational history. Initiated pulmonary rehabilitation and connected patient with occupational health services. Ongoing monitoring shows slowed disease progression.
A 33-year pregnant woman at 28 weeks gestation developed severe asthma exacerbation. Dr. Kumar managed her condition with pregnancy-safe medications and close monitoring. Delivered a healthy baby at term and continued asthma management postpartum with excellent control.
A 60-year-old farmer from rural Karnataka presented with chronic cough and weight loss. Dr. Kumar identified tuberculosis-mimicking pulmonary sarcoidosis. Treatment involved immunosuppressive therapy with careful monitoring. Patient returned to farming activities after 8 months of treatment.
A 19-year-old college athlete developed exercise-induced bronchospasm affecting performance. Dr. Kumar created a personalized asthma action plan with pre-exercise medication timing. The student now competes at national level with optimized pulmonary function.
A 41-year-old woman with rare pulmonary lymphangioleiomyomatosis