Patient Experience

A 12-year-old tribal girl from rural...
Jul 08, 2025

A 12-year-old tribal girl from rural Odisha presented with a rapidly enlarging mass in her right femur. Her family, subsistence farmers, had tried traditional herbal treatments for months before seeking medical help. Dr. Malla diagnosed Ewing's sarcoma and organized crowdfunding for her treatment. After neoadjuvant chemotherapy and limb-salvage surgery with a custom megaprosthesis, she returned to school 8 months later with near-normal function.

A 45-year-old software engineer developed persistent...
Jun 09, 2025

A 45-year-old software engineer developed persistent shoulder pain initially misdiagnosed as rotator cuff injury. Dr. Malla identified chondrosarcoma on advanced imaging. The patient's corporate insurance denied coverage for the complex procedure, but Dr. Malla negotiated with hospital administration for a payment plan. Following wide excision and reconstruction, the patient returned to work in 4 months with modified duties. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

An 80-year-old retired schoolteacher with multiple...
Aug 06, 2025

An 80-year-old retired schoolteacher with multiple comorbidities presented with metastatic renal cell carcinoma to the humerus. Dr. Malla coordinated with cardiology and nephrology teams to optimize her for surgery. He performed prophylactic intramedullary nailing, preventing pathological fracture. Her recovery was complicated by delayed wound healing, but she maintained arm function throughout her palliative care journey. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 23-year-old aspiring dancer from Kolkata...
May 03, 2025

A 23-year-old aspiring dancer from Kolkata was diagnosed with osteosarcoma of the tibia. Devastated by the prospect of amputation, she sought multiple opinions until meeting Dr. Malla. He performed rotationplasty, preserving knee function and allowing prosthetic fitting. After extensive rehabilitation, she adapted her dance style and now performs with a specialized dance troupe. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 35-year-old construction worker fell from...
Sep 18, 2025

A 35-year-old construction worker fell from scaffolding, revealing an unsuspected benign giant cell tumor in his pelvis. Dr. Malla performed complex curettage and cementation with adjuvant therapy. The patient's employer initially refused compensation, but Dr. Malla provided detailed documentation supporting work-related discovery. The patient returned to light duty in 6 months. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 7-year-old boy with neurofibromatosis type...
Jul 23, 2025

A 7-year-old boy with neurofibromatosis type 1 developed malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumor in his forearm. His parents, both daily wage laborers, couldn't afford treatment. Dr. Malla connected them with a charitable foundation and performed nerve-sparing tumor resection. The child retained hand function and receives regular surveillance through hospital outreach programs. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 52-year-old homemaker presented with recurrent...
May 24, 2025

A 52-year-old homemaker presented with recurrent chordoma of the sacrum after two previous surgeries elsewhere. Dr. Malla collaborated with vascular and general surgeons for a combined anterior-posterior approach with sacrectomy. The patient required temporary colostomy and experienced bladder dysfunction, but comprehensive rehabilitation restored her quality of life over 12 months. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

An 18-year-old college athlete noticed a...
Jun 20, 2025

An 18-year-old college athlete noticed a painless lump in his thigh during training. Diagnosis revealed synovial sarcoma. Dr. Malla performed wide excision with flap reconstruction, preserving quadriceps function. The patient incorporated alternative training methods during recovery and returned to competitive sports at 10 months with modified expectations. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 68-year-old fisherman with chronic sun...
May 30, 2025

A 68-year-old fisherman with chronic sun exposure developed angiosarcoma of the scapula. Limited by finances and transportation from his coastal village, he delayed treatment until ulceration occurred. Dr. Malla arranged hospital accommodation for his family and performed scapulectomy with soft tissue reconstruction. The patient adapted fishing techniques using his unaffected arm. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 30-year-old pregnant woman was diagnosed...
Sep 08, 2025

A 30-year-old pregnant woman was diagnosed with osteoid osteoma in her femoral neck during routine pregnancy imaging. Dr. Malla coordinated with obstetricians for CT-guided radiofrequency ablation under spinal anesthesia during her second trimester. She delivered a healthy baby and completed recovery postpartum with complete pain resolution. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 41-year-old restaurant owner presented with...
Jul 19, 2025

A 41-year-old restaurant owner presented with adamantinoma of the tibia, initially treated as chronic osteomyelitis for years. Dr. Malla performed segmental resection and bone transport using Ilizarov technique. The lengthy treatment affected his business, but family members managed operations during his 14-month reconstruction process. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 15-year-old boy with osteogenesis imperfecta...
Sep 02, 2025

A 15-year-old boy with osteogenesis imperfecta developed secondary osteosarcoma at a previous fracture site. Dr. Malla modified standard protocols to accommodate his brittle bones, using specialized implants and modified chemotherapy doses. The multidisciplinary approach involving endocrinology and rehabilitation resulted in successful tumor control with maintained mobility. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 60-year-old retired army officer presented...
Aug 25, 2025

A 60-year-old retired army officer presented with radiation-induced osteosarcoma 20 years after abdominal radiation for lymphoma. Dr. Malla addressed complex tissue healing challenges with hyperbaric oxygen therapy preoperatively. The patient's military discipline aided his rigorous rehabilitation protocol, achieving independent ambulation despite extensive soft tissue reconstruction. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 28-year-old IT professional working abroad...
May 24, 2025

A 28-year-old IT professional working abroad returned to India specifically for Dr. Malla's opinion on his pelvic chondroblastoma. Dr. Malla performed minimally invasive cryoablation, allowing the patient to return to his job in Dubai within 3 weeks. Remote follow-up was conducted through telemedicine consultations. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

A 9-year-old girl with metastatic rhabdomyosarcoma...
Jul 22, 2025

A 9-year-old girl with metastatic rhabdomyosarcoma to the ilium was treated by Dr. Malla after failing initial chemotherapy elsewhere. He collaborated with pediatric oncologists to develop a salvage protocol with intra-arterial chemotherapy followed by resection. The family's extended network provided emotional and financial support throughout the 16-month treatment journey. (Patient of Dr. Malla)

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