Patient Experience
I was so scared walking into Apollo Proton. First time dealing with anything like this. Dr. Chilukuri just had this calm way about him. He explained everything in simple terms, didn't rush me, and actually listened to all my jumbled-up questions. I left feeling like I could actually handle this.
Post-op recovery is rough, no way around it. What helped was Dr. Chilukuri's team. They had a clear plan for managing the pain that actually worked, and he checked in himself every day, even on a weekend. It wasn't just about the surgery, it was about getting through the week after. Felt supported the whole time.
Saw Dr. Chilukuri at Apollo Proton. Straight shooter. Told me what was wrong, what my options were, no sugarcoating. I appreciate that. Got me scheduled quickly. Parking at the centre is a nightmare, though.
My whole experience started with a lot of anxiety. The waiting area was busy, and I must have checked my phone a hundred times. When I finally saw Dr. Chilukuri, the first thing he did was ask how *I* was feeling, not just about the reports. He drew a simple diagram on his notepad to show what was going on, which made more sense than any scan I'd seen. Throughout my treatment, he remembered small personal details from our first chat, which made me feel like a person, not a case. There were delays sometimes—it's a big hospital—but he always made sure I was informed.