Dr. Sunil Patra

A 65-year-old retired banker developed sudden quadriparesis due to a previously undiagnosed C1-C2 subluxation. Dr. Patra performed an innovative awake intubation and posterior fusion, using intraoperative neuromonitoring. The patient walked out of the hospital in 72 hours with only a cervical collar.

A 7-year-old street vendor's child was brought with a penetrating head injury from a fallen construction rod. Dr. Patra led an emergency team that performed angiography-guided removal, preventing vascular injury. The child recovered fully and was sponsored for education through the hospital's outreach program.

A 42-year-old pregnant woman at 32 weeks gestation presented with a ruptured cerebral aneurysm. Dr. Patra coordinated with obstetricians to perform coiling under conscious sedation, followed by cesarean delivery 48 hours later. Both mother and baby had excellent outcomes.

An 80-year-old former freedom fighter with Parkinson's developed severe dyskinesias unresponsive to medication. Dr. Patra performed deep brain stimulation using MRI-guided targeting, dramatically improving tremor control. The patient celebrated by writing his memoirs with steady hands.

A 28-year-old tribal farmer from Koraput presented with a rare occipital encephalocele that had been growing since birth. Dr. Patra performed a complex reconstruction using a custom 3D-printed titanium mesh, collaborating with tribal healers to incorporate traditional wound care. The patient returned to farming within 6 months with complete resolution.