Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Gude

I'd been to a couple of doctors for this nagging stomach pain and fatigue, and everyone said it was just stress. Dr. Gude was different. He actually sat and listened, asked about things no one else had, and ordered some specific tests. Turns out it was a tricky gallbladder issue that wasn't showing up the usual way. He explained it all on a notepad, drawing it out so I could understand. I felt heard for the first time.

Had to get a small cyst removed from my back. Honestly, I was nervous at first, but the whole thing was so straightforward. Dr. Gude talked me through each step before he did it, the local anesthetic worked perfectly, and it was over in what felt like minutes. The stitches were neat, and his instructions for care were clear. Follow-up was quick and easy.

The Apollo facility in Kakinada is really well-run. I had to bring my father for a series of check-ups, and even though the parking lot was packed, the staff inside were on it. The nurses at the front desk knew exactly where we needed to go and helped with the paperwork. The whole place felt calm and clean, which matters a lot when you're worried about a family member.

What stuck with me about Dr. Gude was how he talks to you. He doesn't rush. When I was diagnosed with diabetes, I was pretty scared. He pulled up a chair, looked me in the eye, and said, 'This is manageable. Let's figure out your plan together.' He asked about my job, my cooking habits—real life stuff. He felt more like a partner than just a doctor giving orders.