Patient Experience
As a 72-year-old retired botanist with a rare vascular anomaly, Dr. Sanyal's precision in interventional radiology saved my leg from amputation. Her calm demeanor during the emergency embolization procedure and her detailed follow-up explanations made me feel truly cared for.
My 8-year-old daughter, a budding gymnast, suffered a complex wrist injury. Dr. Sanyal's innovative use of dynamic ultrasound imaging revealed what static scans missed. Her child-friendly approach and the colorful bandage she applied made the experience less frightening for my little one.
A professional drummer in my 30s, I developed unexplained nerve compression in my arm. Dr. Sanyal's expertise in musculoskeletal ultrasound guided a precise steroid injection that allowed me to return to touring within weeks. She even asked about my music career during the procedure!
When my 85-year-old mother needed a biopsy for a suspicious lung nodule, Dr. Sanyal's CT-guided approach minimized trauma. Her patience with my mother's dementia and her clear communication with our family throughout the process was exceptional.
As a pregnant woman in my second trimester diagnosed with appendicitis, Dr. Sanyal's low-dose MRI protocol avoided radiation risks to my baby while providing crucial diagnostic clarity. Her thoughtful coordination with my OB-GYN team was remarkable.
My teenage son, an aspiring astrophysicist, required emergency drainage for a brain abscess. Dr. Sanyal's stereotactic technique was not only life-saving but fascinated him with its precision. She later discussed the 'cosmic' alignment of the imaging equipment with him.
A professional chef who burned my hand severely, Dr. Sanyal's contrast-enhanced ultrasound assessment of tissue viability guided surgeons to save maximum function. Her understanding of how hand mobility affects my livelihood showed extraordinary empathy.
When my 45-year-old husband collapsed with an aortic dissection, Dr. Sanyal's rapid CTA interpretation in the middle of the night directly enabled the surgical team's successful intervention. Her calm urgency and clear communication during those critical minutes were invaluable.
As a visually impaired patient in my 60s requiring regular joint injections, Dr. Sanyal developed a tactile guidance system using vibration feedback during ultrasound procedures. Her innovation gave me unprecedented independence in managing my arthritis.
My 6-month-old daughter with a congenital kidney condition required complex imaging. Dr. Sanyal's modified feed-and-sleep protocol for the MRI, along with her gentle handling and continuous monitoring, made the procedure stress-free for all of us.
A documentary filmmaker with a rare salivary gland disorder, Dr. Sanyal's sialendoscopy expertise not only solved my chronic pain but fascinated me technically. She patiently explained the imaging process as I recovered, satisfying both my medical and creative curiosity.
When my 92-year-old grandfather refused 'another hospital visit' for his worsening back pain, Dr. Sanyal arranged a mobile CT unit to our home. Her compassionate approach to geriatric care and ability to gain his trust was moving to witness.
As a transgender patient undergoing hormone therapy, Dr. Sanyal's sensitive handling of my monitoring scans and her knowledge of unique physiological changes made me feel seen and respected in ways I hadn't experienced in healthcare before.
My 16-year-old daughter, a national-level swimmer with shoulder pain, benefited from Dr. Sanyal's dynamic MR arthrogram that captured her joint mechanics in swimming motions. The specific rehabilitation plan based on these images brought her back to competition.
When traditional imaging failed to explain my chronic abdominal pain, Dr. Sanyal's innovative use of diffusion-weighted MRI revealed rare intestinal endometriosis. Her persistence in finding answers after years of dismissed symptoms changed my life completely.