Dr. Sumantra Ray Reviews
Patient Experience
Dr. Ray's patience with my endless questions before my thyroidectomy was remarkable. He never rushed me, created personalized visual aids, and even recommended meditation techniques to manage pre-surgery anxiety.
Dr. Ray performed emergency surgery on my 8-year-old daughter when her rare abdominal tumor ruptured. His calm demeanor during the midnight procedure and his gentle explanations to a terrified child made all the difference. We're forever grateful he was on call that night.
As a 72-year-old prostate cancer patient, I was terrified of surgery complications. Dr. Ray's innovative minimally invasive approach had me walking the same day and home in 48 hours. His follow-up calls to my home showed genuine care beyond hospital walls.
What impressed me most was Dr. Ray's collaborative approach during my complex pancreatic surgery. He personally coordinated with four different specialists, and his detailed hand-drawn diagrams helped me understand exactly how he would reconstruct my digestive system.
My routine screening revealed early-stage throat cancer that I never would have detected. Dr. Ray's thorough examination and immediate action likely saved my life. His ability to deliver difficult news with compassion while outlining clear next steps was remarkable.
After three failed surgeries elsewhere, Dr. Ray took on my recurrent sarcoma case. His innovative tissue reconstruction technique using abdominal wall mesh has given me back mobility I thought was lost forever. A true pioneer in surgical oncology.
Dr. Ray treated my mother's advanced ovarian cancer with such dignity. At 81, she was afraid of aggressive treatment, but he tailored a palliative surgery that gave her quality time with minimal discomfort. He still checks on our family periodically.
The way Dr. Ray involves family in the process is exceptional. During my husband's liver metastasis surgery, he provided real-time updates to our waiting room and even drew diagrams to explain each step. We never felt in the dark.
As a medical student observing surgeries, I've watched Dr. Ray perform incredibly precise tumor resections while simultaneously teaching residents. His ability to balance surgical excellence with medical education is something rare and valuable.
My follow-up care with Dr. Ray has been extraordinary. He remembers minute details from my surgery six months ago, and his team's coordination with my local oncologist ensures seamless continuing care across cities.
When COVID protocols limited hospital access, Dr. Ray personally FaceTimed my family to show them my post-surgery progress. This small gesture meant the world to us during such a stressful time.
Dr. Ray's holistic approach addressed not just my breast cancer but the psychological impact too. He connected me with support groups and even discussed reconstruction options I hadn't considered, treating me as a whole person, not just a diagnosis.
The precision of Dr. Ray's robotic surgery for my kidney tumor was astounding. My recovery was twice as fast as expected, and the barely visible scars are testament to his meticulous technique and artistic surgical hands.
As an emergency transfer from another hospital, Dr. Ray took over my complicated case at 2 AM. His immediate assessment and decisive action during my bowel obstruction surgery prevented what could have been a catastrophic outcome.
