Patient Experience
My four-year-old, Leo, had been running a fever for days and just wasn't himself. I was a mess. The hospital was busy, and we had to wait a bit, but when Dr. Malik came in, he got right down to Leo's level. He didn't just talk to me; he asked Leo about his favorite dinosaur. He explained everything in a way I could actually understand, not just medical jargon. He took the time to really listen to all my worried-mom questions, even the silly ones. Seeing my little boy smile and give Dr. Malik a fist bump after the check-up meant more than I can say.
Severe abdominal pain. Went to Apollo Sage. Saw Dr. Rishi Malik. He was direct, asked clear questions, ordered the right scans quickly. Diagnosed a kidney stone. Explained the treatment plan without sugar-coating it. The pain was managed effectively. Follow-up was straightforward. He did his job well. No fuss.
I've always been quite anxious about doctors' visits, to be honest. My appointment with Dr. Malik was for a persistent cough that worried me. He has a very calm manner. He listened without interrupting, and his explanations were gentle and clear. He didn't make me feel rushed at all, even though I know he must be very busy. He addressed my concerns thoughtfully and made sure I was comfortable with the next steps. It was a very reassuring experience.
Honestly, I was dreading this physical. I'd put it off for years. But Dr. Malik? What a breath of fresh air! He had my file, asked smart questions about my lifestyle, and actually cracked a joke that put me at ease. When some bloodwork came back a little off, he called me himself to talk it through—no scary voicemail from a nurse. He laid out a simple plan to get things back on track. I walked out of there feeling like I finally had a handle on my health. So relieved!