Patient Experience
My local doctors were stumped for months. I just kept getting more tired, and the fainting spells were scary. Dr. Grover at Medanta was the first one to piece it together—some rare valve issue hiding behind other problems. The surgery was long, my family told me, but he explained the whole plan to us in my room with a pen and a napkin. I'm walking a mile a day now, something I hadn't done in years.
Needed a bypass, which sounds huge, but Dr. Grover made it feel almost routine. He said, 'We do this all the time, and you're a good candidate.' He was right. The surgery itself was straightforward, recovery was exactly as he said it would be—tough for the first week, then better each day. No drama, no surprises. Just a fixed heart and a list of instructions for my diet.
Honestly, the hospital was a bit overwhelming at first—so big, and I got lost trying to find the pharmacy. But once I was on the cardiac floor, the nurses were fantastic. They could tell when I was anxious and would just sit and chat for a minute. Even the person who cleaned the room had a kind word. Dr. Grover runs a tight ship; you can tell everyone knows what they're doing and actually cares.
What I'll remember most is how he talked to me. I was terrified before the operation, asking the same questions over and over. He never rushed me. He'd pull up a chair, look me in the eye, and answer like it was the first time I'd asked. After surgery, when I was groggy, he checked on me and cracked a small joke about my cricket team. It made me feel like a person, not just a case.
Had my gallbladder out last month. The first few days were rough, I won't lie. Dr. Kataria was straight with me about the pain plan. She didn't just throw pills at it; she explained what to expect each day and when to ease off the meds. I felt in control of the recovery, not just waiting for it to be over. Back to my walks now, slowly but surely.
My experience with Dr. Kataria was efficient and clear. I came in with persistent abdominal pain. She ordered the necessary tests, diagnosed a gastric issue, and prescribed a treatment. The pain is now managed. The hospital system is large, but her directions were simple to follow. I am satisfied with the outcome.
I was quite nervous about my post-operative follow-up, to be honest. Dr. Kataria has such a calm way about her. She listened to all my little worries about the incision and my energy levels, never making me feel rushed. Her explanations are soft but very sure. I left feeling much lighter, knowing I was healing just fine under her care.
Wow, what a difference! I'd been feeling run-down for months, just dragging myself through work. My wife finally made me see someone. Dr. Kataria figured out it was a thyroid issue. Started the medication she suggested and within a few weeks, I have my energy back! It's like a fog has lifted. So grateful we went to Medanta and found her.
Our world stopped when our 8-year-old was diagnosed. The first appointment with Dr. Thakkar, we were a mess. She sat with us for nearly an hour, just listening, drawing diagrams on a notepad to explain things in a way we could finally understand. She never talked down to us. There were long days in the hospital, and sometimes we had to wait a bit for her rounds, but she always came, always remembered my daughter's favorite cartoon, and always looked me in the eye when giving updates, good or bad. She treated my child like a person, not just a patient. That meant everything.
Diagnosis: AML. Referred to Dr. Dhwanee Thakkar at Medanta. Clear treatment plan from day one. She is direct, answers questions without sugarcoating, but is also clear about the goal. The nursing team she works with is very coordinated. Parking at the hospital is often a challenge, but the clinical care is efficient. My blood counts are now normal. Follow-up plan is set. Good doctor.
I was so frightened when I came to Dr. Thakkar. My hands wouldn't stop shaking. She has a very calm way about her; she speaks softly but you can hear every word clearly. She took time. When I got confused about the medication schedule, she had her assistant write it out for me in large print. There were a lot of hard days, but I always felt she was truly seeing me, not just the cancer. The care felt… thoughtful. I’m in a much better place now, and I am so grateful for her kindness through it all.
Five months post-treatment and I just got the all-clear! Dr. Thakkar is fantastic. When I first met her, I was braced for the worst, but she was so genuinely positive about the options. Her energy is contagious! Yeah, the hospital wifi is spotty and the chairs in the waiting area aren't the comfiest, but who cares? The team she runs is sharp, they remembered my name every time, and she high-fived me after my last scan. I feel like I got my life back. Couldn't have asked for a better guide through this crazy journey.
The recovery after my gallbladder surgery was rougher than I expected. I was really struggling with the pain and felt pretty low. Dr. Saharan didn't just sign off on meds and leave. She checked on me every day, adjusted things based on how I was feeling, and explained what each ache probably meant. It wasn't an instant fix, but having her guide me through that week made all the difference. I felt looked after.
Had a stubborn infection that wouldn't clear. Went to Dr. Meenu Saharan at Medanta. She ordered the right tests, identified the issue, prescribed a new course of treatment. It worked. I'm better now. Efficient, knowledgeable, no unnecessary fuss.
I was quite nervous about my hospital stay, to be honest. Everything felt so big and clinical. But Dr. Saharan has such a calm way about her. She’d sit down, listen properly, and her explanations were very clear without being rushed. She remembered small things I’d mentioned, which made me feel seen as a person, not just a case. It brought a lot of comfort during a worrying time.
Finally! After months of feeling run-down and getting passed around, Dr. Saharan figured it out. It was a thyroid thing, apparently pretty straightforward once you know. She laid out the plan clearly, and within a few weeks on the medication, my energy is back. I feel like myself again. What a relief to have answers that actually help.
The first few days after my bypass were rough, I won't lie. But Dr. Satyanarayana and his team had a clear plan for the pain. They checked on me constantly, adjusting things so I could actually rest and start moving when I was ready. It wasn't easy, but I always felt like they knew exactly what they were doing to get me through it.
At my age, one is naturally apprehensive about such a major procedure. Dr. Upadhyayula Satyanarayana was very reassuring. He explained everything to my son and me with great patience. The care at Medanta was very comfortable, and I felt I was in capable hands throughout. My recovery is proceeding well, and for that, I am very thankful.
Needed a valve replacement. Dr. Satyanarayana did it. He's direct, tells you how it is, no sugarcoating. Surgery went fine, recovery's on track. That's what I needed.
I'd been putting off seeing someone about my heart for months, just scared. From the first meeting, Dr. Satyanarayana didn't just see a chart. He asked about my work, my family, how the symptoms really felt day-to-day. The day of surgery, I was a nervous wreck in pre-op. He came in, put a hand on my shoulder, and just said, 'We're ready for you. See you soon.' That simple moment meant everything. Now, six weeks out, I'm walking further than I have in years. The man and his team gave me my life back, plain and simple.