Patient Experience
A 72-year-old retired fisherman from coastal Tamil Nadu presented with progressive memory loss and disorientation, initially dismissed as normal aging by his family. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed early-stage Alzheimer's through detailed cognitive testing and initiated a personalized medication regimen combined with cognitive therapy. His granddaughter created Tamil-language memory exercises, slowing progression significantly over 18 months.
An 8-year-old girl from an affluent Chennai family developed sudden facial twitching and staring spells during ballet practice. Dr. Subramanian identified childhood absence epilepsy through EEG monitoring. She started ethosuximide and within three weeks became seizure-free, returning to dance with modified routines and continued academic excellence.
A 45-year-old autorickshaw driver presented with debilitating hand tremors that threatened his livelihood. Diagnosed with essential tremor, he received botulinum toxin injections that provided precise symptom control. Within days he resumed work, with follow-up treatments every four months maintaining his ability to support his family.
A 28-year-old software engineer experienced sudden vision loss in one eye followed by leg weakness. Dr. Subramanian confirmed multiple sclerosis through MRI and cerebrospinal fluid analysis. She started on disease-modifying therapy and within six months regained most function, adapting her work schedule while maintaining her career.
A 60-year-old widow from a rural village arrived with severe headache and neck stiffness that local doctors had treated as migraines. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed a chronic subdural hematoma from a forgotten minor head injury. Surgical evacuation provided immediate relief, and she returned to farming within a month with no recurrence.
A 33-year-old pregnant woman developed sudden severe headaches in her third trimester. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome, coordinating carefully with obstetricians to balance maternal and fetal safety. She delivered a healthy baby at term and made full neurological recovery postpartum.
A 17-year-old college student from an impoverished background presented with sudden right-sided weakness. MRI revealed an arteriovenous malformation. Dr. Subramanian arranged pro bono embolization surgery through hospital charity funds. The patient regained full function and is now studying medicine himself.
A 52-year-old bank manager experienced transient episodes of smelling burning rubber. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed olfactory seizures originating from temporal lobe epilepsy. Targeted medication completely controlled seizures within two months, preventing progression to more severe episodes.
A 39-year-old construction worker developed progressive difficulty walking and bladder control issues. Diagnosed with spinal cord compression from a benign tumor, he underwent successful decompression surgery. Intensive rehabilitation restored mobility, and he returned to light duty work within four months.
A 67-year-old retired teacher presented with rapidly progressive muscle weakness. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed Guillain-Barré syndrome and initiated IV immunoglobulin therapy. After three weeks in ICU and two months of rehabilitation, he regained independent mobility and resumed his volunteer teaching work.
A 12-year-old boy from a middle-class family developed sudden personality changes and seizures. Autoimmune encephalitis was confirmed through antibody testing. Immunotherapy led to dramatic improvement within weeks, with complete cognitive recovery allowing return to school after three months.
A 58-year-old homemaker experienced intermittent dizziness and falling. Dr. Subramanian diagnosed normal pressure hydrocephalus after thorough testing. A shunt procedure dramatically improved her gait and cognitive function within days, transforming her quality of life.
A 31-year-old professional cricketer developed persistent headaches after a ball impact. Post-concussion syndrome was diagnosed, and Dr. Subramanian created a graded return-to-play protocol. After six months of careful management, he returned to competitive sports without limitations.