Patient Experience
Dr. Ravikant Porwal saved my 82-year-old father from a severe case of hospital-acquired pneumonia that three other specialists had misdiagnosed as heart failure. His meticulous approach to reviewing every lab result and his willingness to consult international journals at midnight made all the difference. We're forever grateful for his dedication.
When my 5-year-old daughter developed a mysterious fever with rash that wouldn't respond to常规 antibiotics, Dr. Porwal immediately suspected Kawasaki disease. His calm demeanor during the emergency consultation and his ability to explain complex medical terms in simple Hindi to my frightened child was remarkable. He literally held her hand throughout the diagnosis process.
I came to Dr. Porwal for what I thought was a routine follow-up after traveling to Southeast Asia, but he detected early signs of dengue that I'd completely missed. His global experience with tropical diseases and his systematic examination protocol probably prevented my condition from becoming critical. The man notices details others overlook.
After my kidney transplant, I developed a rare fungal infection that baffled my surgical team. Dr. Porwal coordinated with doctors across three departments, personally monitoring my antifungal levels twice daily and adjusting medications based on minute changes. His 24/7 availability during that crisis was nothing short of miraculous.
My teenage son contracted meningitis at college and was rushed to Manipal. Dr. Porwal didn't just treat the infection - he created a comprehensive rehabilitation plan addressing the neurological aftermath. His holistic approach and continuous follow-ups over six months restored my son's cognitive functions completely.
As an HIV patient who'd struggled with medication adherence, Dr. Porwal revolutionized my treatment with personalized pill schedules and symptom tracking apps. He remembers every detail of my case without looking at notes and always asks about my mental health alongside physical symptoms. He treats the person, not just the disease.
During the COVID second wave, my entire family was hospitalized with varying severity. Dr. Porwal managed all our cases simultaneously, creating individualized treatment protocols and visiting each room multiple times daily. His innovative use of proning techniques and steroid timing saved my mother's life when her oxygen dropped critically.
I was diagnosed with drug-resistant TB and had lost all hope after multiple treatment failures. Dr. Porwal designed a bespoke regimen using newer antibiotics not commonly available in Jaipur, personally sourcing them and monitoring for side effects weekly. His stubborn refusal to give up on complex cases is his superpower.
My infant grandson developed recurrent infections that no one could explain. Dr. Porwal suspected an immune deficiency disorder and coordinated genetic testing that confirmed his hypothesis. His gentle manner with the baby and thorough explanations to our anxious family made a terrifying diagnosis manageable.
After a snake bite in rural Rajasthan, I was rushed to Manipal with developing sepsis. Dr. Porwal identified the specific venom type through clinical signs alone and administered antivenom within minutes of arrival. His expertise in zoonotic diseases and rapid decision-making prevented tissue necrosis and amputation.
As a medical student shadowing Dr. Porwal, I witnessed him diagnose cerebral malaria in a tourist based on subtle neurological signs others had attributed to jet lag. His teaching style,asking probing questions and explaining diagnostic reasoning,turned every case into a masterclass in infectious disease medicine.
My husband developed a post-surgical infection that kept recurring despite multiple antibiotic courses. Dr. Porwal discovered a biofilm-forming bacteria and implemented an unconventional extended treatment with biofilm disruptors. His willingness to try evidence-based but unusual approaches solved a year-long medical nightmare.
During a routine health checkup, Dr. Porwal noticed subtle nail changes that led to diagnosing my latent histoplasmosis from decades ago. His incredible observational skills and knowledge of tropical medicine uncovered an infection I likely contracted during my childhood in Bihar but never manifested until now.