Patient Experience
Our 3-day-old newborn developed severe jaundice requiring immediate phototherapy. Dr. Braja Gopal Ray's team at Manipal Hospital Mukundapur provided round-the-clock monitoring with such gentle care that our premature baby never showed distress. The personalized treatment plan avoided exchange transfusion completely - something we were terrified about.
When our 12-year-old daughter suddenly developed Guillain-Barré syndrome and lost mobility, Dr. Ray coordinated with neurologists to create an integrated treatment approach. His daily encouragement and progressive physiotherapy plan helped her walk again in 6 weeks - something we thought might take months.
Our 8-month-old had recurrent respiratory infections that multiple doctors couldn't resolve. Dr. Ray discovered a rare congenital tracheal anomaly through specialized imaging. His minimally corrective procedure transformed our baby's health - no more hospital visits every month.
As expatriates visiting Kolkata, our 6-year-old son developed acute appendicitis. Dr. Ray's emergency team at Manipal performed laparoscopic surgery within hours of our arrival. His post-operative care included cultural sensitivity about our dietary preferences that made recovery smoother.
Our teenage daughter's unexplained chronic fatigue was diagnosed by Dr. Ray as pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorder (PANDAS). His innovative treatment combining antibiotics with cognitive therapy brought back our vibrant child after 18 months of suffering.
When our 4-year-old with Down syndrome needed cardiac evaluation, Dr. Ray noticed subtle signs of pulmonary hypertension others had missed. His early intervention and coordination with cardiologists prevented serious complications - his attention to detail saved our child's heart health.
Our 15-year-old son's severe sports injury led to complex bone fracture. Dr. Ray's unique approach using pediatric-specific orthopedic techniques resulted in perfect healing without growth plate damage. His sports rehabilitation program got him back to competitive swimming in record time.
Dr. Ray managed our triplet's varying medical needs - one with asthma, one with food allergies, and one completely healthy. His individualized care plans for each child while understanding the family dynamics made our chaotic life manageable.
Our 7-year-old's rare metabolic disorder required specialized nutritional management. Dr. Ray collaborated with international experts to create a customized diet plan using locally available foods, saving us from expensive imported medical formulas.
When our 10-year-old developed mysterious seizures, Dr. Ray's systematic elimination process identified a rare video game-induced epilepsy. His treatment involved working with our child's school to create a safe environment while managing medication perfectly.
Our infant's failure to thrive was diagnosed by Dr. Ray as a rare swallowing coordination issue. His feeding therapy program taught us techniques that helped our baby gain weight without invasive procedures within weeks.
Dr. Ray handled our 13-year-old's diabetic ketoacidosis emergency with incredible calmness. His team's 24/7 monitoring and gradual stabilization prevented any neurological complications - his experience with pediatric emergencies was evident throughout.
Our 5-year-old's chronic abdominal pain was finally diagnosed as abdominal migraine by Dr. Ray after numerous misdiagnoses. His preventive medication strategy and dietary modifications reduced episodes by 90% - giving our child a normal childhood back.
When our newborn needed surgery for congenital diaphragmatic hernia, Dr. Ray's meticulous pre-operative planning and post-surgical care in the NICU resulted in zero complications. His daily updates with hand-drawn diagrams helped us understand every step.
Our 9-year-old's severe eczema covering 80% of her body was transformed by Dr. Ray's integrated approach combining Ayurvedic principles with modern medicine. His treatment didn't just address symptoms but improved her quality of life dramatically.