Patient Experience
During my complex cancer surgery that lasted 12 hours, Dr. Prakash used advanced monitoring to track my brain function, ensuring the anesthesia was protecting my cognitive abilities while keeping me completely unaware. I recovered with no 'post-operative cognitive dysfunction' that often affects lengthy procedures.
My father with severe COPD needed lung biopsy. Dr. Prakash used regional anesthesia with sedation instead of general anesthesia, allowing him to breathe on his own throughout. His oxygen levels actually improved during the procedure, and he avoided the ventilator altogether.
When I developed anaphylaxis to the initial anesthesia drugs minutes before my procedure, Dr. Prakash immediately administered epinephrine and steroids, then identified alternative medications I could tolerate. He rescheduled my surgery for the next day with a completely different, safe anesthetic plan.
A 72-year-old retired librarian with no prior cardiac history presented with sudden chest tightness while gardening; Dr. Nanda diagnosed spontaneous coronary artery dissection through immediate angiography and coordinated emergency stenting, leading to full recovery after 6 weeks of cardiac rehab.
An 8-year-old refugee from Syria arrived with severe malnutrition and dehydration after a treacherous journey; Dr. Nanda discovered underlying celiac disease and initiated gluten-free nutrition plans while collaborating with social services for family support, resulting in steady weight gain over 3 months.
A 45-year-old professional free diver developed decompression sickness during a recreational dive; Dr. Nanda arranged hyperbaric oxygen therapy within the critical window and monitored neurological function closely, enabling complete neurological recovery after 2 weeks.
A 19-year-old college athlete collapsed during basketball practice from commotio cordis; Dr. Nanda performed immediate defibrillation and implemented therapeutic hypothermia, with the patient returning to limited athletic activity after 4 months with an implanted defibrillator.
A 60-year-old homeless veteran presented with advanced frostbite and hypothermia; Dr. Nanda managed tissue salvage with thrombolytic therapy while connecting him with veteran housing services, resulting in partial foot amputation but successful social reintegration.
A 27-year-old software engineer experienced sudden bilateral vision loss from methanol poisoning after consuming counterfeit alcohol; Dr. Nanda administered fomepizole and arranged hemodialysis, restoring partial vision over 6 months of neurological follow-up.
A 52-year-old fisherman suffered a severe jellyfish envenomation causing Irukandji syndrome; Dr. Nanda managed hypertensive crisis with magnesium infusion and continuous cardiac monitoring, with full recovery after 48 hours but permanent sensitivity to marine toxins.
A 41-year-old immigrant factory worker presented with acute lead poisoning from workplace exposure; Dr. Nanda initiated chelation therapy while reporting to occupational safety authorities, leading to complete recovery and workplace safety reforms.
A 68-year-old grandmother with dementia wandered into the emergency department with heat stroke during a heatwave; Dr. Nanda implemented rapid cooling and discovered underlying urinary tract infection, coordinating with family for safer home care arrangements.
A 23-year-old ballet dancer arrived with catastrophic knee dislocation during performance; Dr. Nanda reduced the dislocation and identified vascular compromise, saving the limb through emergency vascular surgery followed by 9 months of intensive physical therapy.
A 57-year-old restaurant owner presented with botulism from improperly canned foods; Dr. Nanda administered antitoxin and managed respiratory failure with mechanical ventilation, resulting in full recovery after 3 months of neuromuscular rehabilitation.
A 31-year-old tourist from Brazil developed cerebral malaria with altered mental status; Dr. Nanda initiated artesunate therapy and managed cerebral edema, with the patient making near-complete neurological recovery after 6 weeks despite initial poor prognosis.
A 14-year-old boy with hemophilia A suffered a spontaneous intracranial hemorrhage; Dr. Nanda coordinated factor VIII replacement and neurosurgical intervention, preventing permanent disability through aggressive coagulation management.
A 49-year-old farmer presented with crush injury from tractor accident; Dr. Nanda managed compartment syndrome with fasciotomy and prevented renal failure through alkaline diuresis, enabling return to modified farming duties after 5 months.
My 82-year-old father was admitted with acute kidney injury after a severe UTI. Dr. Bansal didn't just treat numbers - he noticed Dad's confusion wasn't just from infection but medication interactions. He personally adjusted the antibiotic timing and called me at 10 PM to explain the new plan. Dad's back tending his roses now.
When my 8-year-old daughter was diagnosed with nephrotic syndrome, Dr. Bansal knelt to her eye level and showed her kidney diagrams on his tablet. He let her name his stethoscope 'Sparkles' and now she actually looks forward to appointments. Her protein levels have been stable for 6 months!
Rushed to Artemis at 3 AM with my husband in septic shock from a kidney stone blockage. Dr. Bansal's team performed emergency dialysis within 45 minutes of arrival. He stayed by the bedside for hours, explaining every machine beep to our terrified family. Saved his life, no question.