Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar Reviews

Emergency intestinal obstruction during cyclonic weather! Dr. Behera operated despite hospital power backup issues, using headlamps when needed. She joked later, 'We surgeons work better in dramatic lighting!' Her skill under pressure is legendary.

My 90-year-old mother’s bed sore required reconstructive surgery. Dr. Behera created a custom flap technique avoiding general anesthesia due to heart risks. She visited daily to change dressings herself instead of delegating, unparalleled dedication.

Complex gallbladder case with aberrant anatomy, three surgeons had refused operation. Dr. Behera studied my imaging for hours pre-surgery, drew diagrams to explain risks, and successfully navigated the variations. Academic brilliance meets surgical artistry.

Routine lipoma removal turned into an empathy masterclass. Seeing my needle phobia, Dr. Behera used vibration anesthesia and humming techniques from pediatric practice. I felt zero pain, and zero embarrassment about my fear.

Post-op infection after another doctor’s surgery left me septic. Dr. Behera’s aggressive debridement and IV antibiotics saved my leg. Her blunt honesty ('This will hurt but we’ll fight together') was strangely comforting during two tough weeks.

Flying from Dubai specifically for Dr. Behera’s opinion on my chronic pilonidal sinus. She proposed a novel cleft lift technique instead of traditional excision. Six months later, fully healed with no recurrence, worth every mile traveled.

Diabetic foot gangrene patients often face amputation. Dr. Behera’s angioplasty-first approach restored blood flow enough for limited tissue removal. I walk today because she fought for every millimeter of my foot.

A 28-year-old tribal farmer from Kandhamal presented with unexplained fatigue and foamy urine. Dr. Sahoo diagnosed early-stage IgA nephropathy through meticulous urinalysis and biopsy. He implemented a conservative treatment plan with ACE inhibitors and dietary modifications, preserving kidney function without dialysis. The patient returned to farming within weeks with monthly monitoring.

72-year-old retired banker with diabetic nephropathy arrived with critically elevated creatinine levels. Dr. Sahoo initiated personalized hemodialysis scheduling around the patient's lifestyle while simultaneously preparing him for peritoneal dialysis training. The patient's wife learned assisted dialysis, creating a home care partnership that improved his quality of life dramatically.

19-year-old college student from a low-income family presented with sudden anuria after consuming contaminated water during floods. Dr. Sahoo diagnosed acute kidney injury from leptospirosis and managed aggressive fluid resuscitation and antibiotics. The patient recovered complete renal function within three weeks without requiring dialysis.

45-year-old seafood exporter developed rapidly progressing glomerulonephritis after COVID-19 infection. Dr. Sahoo employed pulse steroid therapy and cyclophosphamide, achieving remission within six weeks. The patient's business was saved as he resumed work with only quarterly follow-ups.

8-year-old child from a remote village presented with nephrotic syndrome that had been misdiagnosed as malnutrition. Dr. Sahoo initiated steroid therapy while educating the parents about salt restriction and infection prevention. The child achieved complete remission after eight weeks of treatment.

60-year-old hypertensive shopkeeper with ADPKD (autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease) was experiencing recurrent pain episodes. Dr. Sahoo coordinated with interventional radiologists for cyst aspiration and implemented a novel pain management protocol that reduced emergency visits by 80%.

33-year pregnant woman at 28 weeks gestation developed preeclampsia with deteriorating renal function. Dr. Sahoo collaborated with obstetricians to manage blood pressure and kidney parameters, delaying delivery until 34 weeks. Both mother and baby had positive outcomes with postpartum renal recovery.

67-year-old retired teacher on multiple medications presented with drug-induced interstitial nephritis. Dr. Sahoo identified the offending antibiotic through detailed medication reconciliation and managed steroid therapy while coordinating with other specialists to find alternative treatments.

14-year-old boy with lupus nephritis had failed initial treatment elsewhere. Dr. Sahoo initiated mycophenolate mofetil therapy and arranged psychological support for the teenager. The patient achieved renal remission and returned to school with modified sports activities.

52-year-old construction worker from Bihar presented with advanced CKD unaware of his condition. Dr. Sahoo created a low-cost treatment plan involving generic medications and arranged subsidized dialysis through hospital charity programs. The patient's extended family was educated about kidney health prevention.

39-year-old software professional working overseas flew back specifically for Dr. Sahoo's consultation regarding recurrent kidney stones. He received metabolic workup and personalized prevention strategy including hydration plan and dietary changes, preventing further stone formation over two years.

Facing brain surgery for a tumor was terrifying, but Dr. Parhi's confidence and clear communication put us at ease. The successful operation and his daily rounds during recovery showed his incredible dedication.

Dr. Parhi diagnosed my rare neuromuscular disorder that had been misdiagnosed for years. His expertise in reading my EMG results correctly changed my treatment trajectory completely.