Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road Reviews

A 72-year-old retired schoolteacher from a rural Karnataka village traveled 300km for treatment after being diagnosed with stage III laryngeal cancer. With limited family support and financial constraints, Dr. Vadiraja BM arranged accommodation through hospital charity programs and customized a hypofractionated radiation regimen to reduce travel burden. The patient achieved complete remission after 5 weeks of treatment.

An 8-year-old boy with medulloblastoma was referred after surgery. Dr. Vadiraja BM designed a proton therapy-inspired plan using advanced IMRT techniques to spare developing brain tissues. The child's parents were actively involved in every decision. After 6 weeks of treatment and 2 years of follow-up, he remains cancer-free with minimal cognitive impact and attends regular school.

For my father’s follow-up visit after a total knee replacement, Dr. Kalyan spent extra time ensuring the implant was settling well. He noticed slight swelling others might have missed and adjusted medications accordingly. That vigilance made all the difference in recovery.

A 45-year-old construction worker from Northeast India presented with advanced nasopharyngeal carcinoma that had been misdiagnosed as chronic sinusitis for months. Dr. Vadiraja BM initiated concurrent chemoradiation with adaptive replanning to address significant weight loss during treatment. The patient achieved partial response and transitioned to palliative care with improved quality of life for 18 months.

A 33-year-old pregnant woman at 20 weeks gestation was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Dr. Vadiraja BM coordinated with obstetricians to develop a shielded radiation protocol delayed until postpartum period. She delivered a healthy baby at term and completed radiation successfully 6 weeks postpartum, remaining disease-free 3 years later.

A 60-year-old former smoker with severe COPD and early-stage lung cancer was deemed high-risk for surgery. Dr. Vadiraja BM implemented SBRT with respiratory gating technology, completing treatment in 5 sessions. The patient experienced minimal side effects and showed complete response at 1-year follow-up CT scan.

A 19-year-old college athlete diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma refused chemotherapy due to fear of infertility. Dr. Vadiraja BM offered involved-site radiation therapy as primary treatment with fertility preservation counseling. The patient achieved complete remission and returned to competitive sports within 6 months.

An 82-year-old dementia patient with metastatic bone pain from prostate cancer was brought by distant relatives. Dr. Vadiraja BM organized a single-fraction palliative radiation session with sedation support. The treatment provided 6 months of pain-free comfort before peaceful passing at home.

A 50-year-old corporate executive with glioblastoma multiforme sought second opinion after initial poor prognosis. Dr. Vadiraja BM implemented tumor-treating fields combined with hypofractionated radiation. The patient surpassed 2-year survival expectations while maintaining executive function and continuing part-time work.

A 38-year-old ******* woman on hormone therapy developed radiation-sensitive skin cancer on facial reconstruction sites. Dr. Vadiraja BM used superficial radiation therapy with custom bolus to preserve aesthetic outcomes while achieving cancer control. The patient maintained psychological well-being throughout treatment.

A 65-year-old farmer with oral submucous fibrosis and early tongue cancer declined surgery due to cultural beliefs. Dr. Vadiraja BM employed brachytherapy with customized moulds, preserving speech and swallowing function. The patient returned to farming activities within 3 months with complete local control.

A 12-year-old girl with recurrent Wilms tumor presented after multiple relapses. Dr. Vadiraja BM designed a whole-abdomen radiation protocol with kidney-sparing techniques. The treatment achieved durable remission, allowing her to avoid dialysis and maintain normal renal function through adolescence.

A 41-year-old homeless man with advanced cervical node metastases from unknown primary was brought by social workers. Dr. Vadiraja BM coordinated with hospital administration for inpatient radiation therapy while arranging rehabilitation services. The patient achieved significant symptom relief and transitioned to sheltered housing.

My 82-year-old mother fractured her hip in a fall, and Dr. Kalyan performed a delicate hip replacement with such precision. His post-op care plan included gentle physiotherapy tailored for seniors, and she's now walking with a walker, something we feared might never happen. His patience with her questions was remarkable.

Our 8-year-old son broke his arm during a cricket match, and we rushed to Manipal's emergency department. Dr. Kalyan not only set the fracture expertly but also calmed our anxious boy with stories and jokes. The follow-up visits were smooth, and the cast came off right on schedule with full mobility restored.

I had been suffering from chronic shoulder pain for years, and after multiple misdiagnoses, Dr. Kalyan identified a rare rotator cuff tear through advanced imaging. His minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery was life-changing, I regained full range of motion within weeks and finally returned to my passion for painting.

As an athlete with a complex ACL tear, I needed a surgeon who understood sports injuries. Dr. Kalyan’s approach was holistic: he coordinated with my physiotherapist and nutritionist, and his surgical technique was so advanced that I was back on the field in record time, stronger than before.

Dr. Kalyan handled my routine knee arthritis consultation with incredible depth. Instead of jumping to surgery, he recommended personalized exercises and lifestyle modifications that reduced my pain significantly. His conservative approach saved me from an unnecessary operation.

When my daughter dislocated her elbow during gymnastics, Dr. Kalyan was available late at night for an emergency reduction. His calm demeanor eased her panic, and he explained the injury to us in simple terms. The recovery was swift, and she was back flipping in no time.

I was so scared going in for my first diabetes check-up. My hands were literally shaking in the waiting room. Dr. Adarsh Ks just had this calm way about him—he explained everything in simple terms, didn't rush me, and by the end I actually felt like I could manage this. The whole 'lifestyle change' thing seems less terrifying now.