Patient Experience
Pediatric neck cyst excision: Instead of standard incision, Dr. Mitra used transoral robotic surgery leaving no visible scar. He created a cartoon book explaining the procedure to our 6-year-old who now wants to become a surgeon.
Geriatric patient with swallowing difficulties: Dr. Mitra invented a bedside swallowing assessment tool using simple equipment that gave more accurate results than expensive tests. His dietary modifications improved my mother's nutrition without any surgery.
Follow-up for laryngeal cancer: Dr. Mitra detected recurrence at cellular level through narrow band imaging before it was visible on常规 scopes. His early intervention meant less radical surgery than initially anticipated.
Unusual case of neck infection from dental abscess: Dr. Mitra collaborated with dentists to perform simultaneous root canal and drainage procedure in the OR. His cross-specialty approach saved me from multiple procedures.
Thyroid cancer with rare metastasis pattern: Dr. Mitra consulted with oncologists worldwide through a network he maintains, creating a hybrid surgery-radiotherapy plan that preserved my quality of life while ensuring complete cancer removal.
A 28-year-old female software engineer from Bangalore presented with stage IIB cervical cancer after HPV vaccination. Dr. Paldano implemented image-guided radiation therapy with simultaneous integrated boost, preserving ovarian function. The patient returned to work within 3 months with complete remission and later conceived through IVF.
A 72-year-old retired fisherman from coastal Tamil Nadu with inoperable liver metastasis from colorectal cancer received palliative stereotactic body radiation therapy. Dr. Paldano coordinated with local hospice care, enabling him to spend quality final months with his multigenerational family in his village.
An 8-year-old boy from rural Andhra Pradesh with medulloblastoma was treated with proton therapy under Dr. Paldano's care. His agricultural laborer parents received accommodation support through hospital charity programs. The child achieved complete response with preserved cognitive function.
A 45-year-old Kuwaiti businesswoman with recurrent nasopharyngeal cancer sought Dr. Paldano for re-irradiation using volumetric modulated arc therapy. The complex treatment successfully controlled her disease while sparing optic nerves, allowing her to maintain her international business operations.
A 33-year-old ******* woman with advanced anal cancer faced significant socioeconomic barriers. Dr. Paldano organized multidisciplinary care including psychooncology support and customized chemoradiation, achieving pathological complete response and helping her secure vocational training.
A 60-year-old Sri Lankan refugee with locally advanced lung cancer and tuberculosis co-infection received adaptive radiotherapy with daily CBCT guidance. Dr. Paldano coordinated with infectious disease specialists, achieving both cancer control and TB cure despite complex drug interactions.
A 17-year-old athlete with Ewing's sarcoma of the femur underwent limb-salvage protocol with neoadjuvant radiation followed by surgery. Dr. Paldano's precise dose painting preserved growth plates, allowing the patient to return to competitive sports after rehabilitation.
A 38-year-old autistic man with glioblastoma multiforme required special communication approaches. Dr. Paldano developed visual treatment schedules and used hypo-fractionated radiotherapy, achieving 18-month progression-free survival with maintained quality of life.
A 52-year-old tribal woman from Odisha with advanced oral cancer presented with severe malnutrition. Dr. Paldano initiated nutritional rehabilitation before starting accelerated radiotherapy with concomitant boost, achieving complete response despite initial poor prognosis.
A 67-year-old retired professor with metastatic prostate cancer received radiopharmaceutical therapy (Ra-223) alongside external beam radiation. Dr. Paldano's novel sequencing approach resulted in unprecedented 3-year survival with maintained skeletal integrity.
A pregnant 31-year-old with breast cancer underwent trimester-specific radiation planning. Dr. Paldano developed a specialized shielding protocol allowing safe treatment during second trimester, resulting in healthy delivery and cancer remission.
A 41-year-old visually impaired musician with laryngeal cancer received voice-sparing radiation therapy. Dr. Paldano incorporated auditory feedback systems for positioning, preserving both his life and musical career with minimal vocal impact.
A 79-year-old monk from the Himalayas with metastatic renal cell carcinoma refused conventional treatment. Dr. Paldano designed a palliative cyberknife protocol respecting his spiritual beliefs, providing pain-free final years in his monastery.
My husband's interventional radiology procedure for liver ablation was handled brilliantly by Dr. Vikas. The way he explained the risks and benefits without medical jargon gave us complete confidence. The follow-up scans showed perfect results.
At 72, I never thought I'd consider eyelid surgery, but sagging skin was affecting my vision. Dr. Shalini Sarkar explained the blepharoplasty procedure with such patience and clarity. Her team at MIOT made me feel completely safe, and the results are remarkable - I can see perfectly and look ten years younger!