Patient Experience
My 82-year-old father needed emergency gallbladder surgery after being rushed to Manipal with severe pain. Dr. Azhar Alam handled his complex case with incredible skill, considering his age and diabetes, and explained everything to us in Bengali, which put our whole family at ease. The follow-up care was just as thorough.
As a new mom, I panicked when my 6-year-old needed an appendectomy. Dr. Alam’s calm demeanor and the way he engaged my son with stories made the scary process feel manageable. The surgery was quick, and my child was back playing within days!
I went to Dr. Alam for a routine hernia checkup, expecting a quick visit. Instead, he spotted early signs of a unrelated issue during the exam and ordered tests that caught a small bowel obstruction before it became critical. His attention to detail is unreal.
After a major car accident, I was brought in with internal bleeding. Dr. Alam performed life-saving surgery at 2 AM with precision and stayed post-op to monitor my progress personally. His team’s coordination during the crisis was flawless.
My follow-up visit for a colectomy was supposed to be straightforward, but Dr. Alam noticed subtle discomfort I hadn’t even mentioned. He adjusted my meds and scheduled a scan ‘just in case’, turned out to be a minor infection caught early. He doesn’t miss a thing.
Dr. Alam removed my thyroid tumor, and what stood out was how he tailored the incision to be minimally visible, he knew I was anxious about scarring. His blend of surgical expertise and aesthetic consideration is rare.
I brought my teenage daughter in for chronic abdominal pain others dismissed as ‘stress.’ Dr. Alam listened intently, ordered a laparoscopy, and found endometriosis adhesions. His empathy and diagnostic rigor gave her her life back.
For my complex reconstructive surgery after a severe burn, Dr. Alam mapped out every stage visually so I could understand. His innovative grafting technique reduced my recovery time by weeks, and he checked on me daily.
As a healthcare worker myself, I’m critical of surgical teams. Dr. Alam’s operative efficiency during my cholecystectomy was impressive, minimal anesthesia time, clear post-op instructions, and zero complications. A master of his craft.
My 70-year-old mother needed a risky bowel resection. Dr. Alam didn’t sugarcoat things but presented options with such clarity and compassion that we felt confident. Her recovery was smoother than we dared hope.
I visited for a second opinion on a supposed ‘simple cyst.’ Dr. Alam’s ultrasound review revealed it was actually a rare desmoid tumor, he coordinated with oncology immediately. His expertise turned a misdiagnosis into a targeted treatment plan.
Post-surgery for an intestinal blockage, I developed an unexpected reaction to stitches. Dr. Alam came in on his day off to address it, rearranging his schedule without hesitation. That level of dedication is unforgettable.
Dr. Alam performed my daughter’s emergency splenectomy after a sports injury. His ability to calm a terrified teenager while moving swiftly saved her spleen function. We’re forever grateful.
I had a recurring pilonidal sinus that three surgeons failed to fix permanently. Dr. Alam used a novel technique he’d researched extensively, no recurrence after two years. His willingness to innovate where others gave up made all the difference.
From the first consultation for my gastric sleeve surgery, Dr. Alam emphasized holistic aftercare, nutrition, exercise, mental health. His surgical skill is matched by his commitment to long-term patient wellness.