Patient Experience
Our family witnessed Dr. Patra save our 12-year-old daughter who collapsed during school sports day. He diagnosed and treated Kawasaki disease-related coronary aneurysms that everyone had missed. She's now back to being the school's badminton champion.
As a 71-year-old with severe COPD and couldn't tolerate open surgery, Dr. Patra performed a complex TAVI procedure through minimal access. I was breathing better immediately and tending to my garden within days instead of months of recovery.
I suffered from unexplained chest pain for years until Dr. Patra diagnosed coronary vasospasm through provocative testing. His targeted medical therapy changed my life - I've been pain-free for the first time in a decade and finally started my own business.
My 39-year-old brother, a construction worker, had a cardiac arrest on site. Dr. Patra not only revived him but found and stented a critically unstable plaque. He returned to work in a month and now leads safety training for his company.
As a cancer survivor with radiation-induced heart disease, multiple doctors said my coronary blockages were inoperable. Dr. Patra's expertise with complex interventions gave me a new lease on life when I had lost all hope after beating cancer.
Our 8-year-old son with Down syndrome needed ASD closure but had pulmonary hypertension concerns. Dr. Patra's gentle approach and innovative device closure technique meant he was playing the next day with no complications and better oxygen levels.
A 17-year-old female competitive swimmer from an affluent family presented with unexplained joint swelling and fatigue. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed juvenile dermatomyositis after extensive antibody testing. Treatment involved corticosteroids and methotrexate, with complete remission achieved within 8 months, allowing her to return to national-level competition.
A 68-year-old retired schoolteacher from a middle-class background came with severe morning stiffness and hand deformities. Despite previous misdiagnoses, Dr. Pradhan identified rheumatoid arthritis with pulmonary involvement. Initiated on biologic therapy with significant improvement in 3 months, though requiring ongoing pulmonary monitoring.
A 42-year-old construction worker with limited healthcare access presented with debilitating back pain. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed ankylosing spondylitis and created an affordable treatment plan using generic DMARDs combined with physical therapy. Partial recovery achieved in 6 weeks, enabling return to modified work duties.
A 9-year-old boy from a rural family presented with persistent fever and rash. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis after ruling out infections. Treatment involved IL-1 inhibitors with dramatic improvement within 48 hours. Family education was crucial for ongoing care in their remote location.
A 55-year-old corporate executive with high stress levels developed unexplained muscle weakness. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed polymyalgia rheumatica with temporal arteritis. Immediate high-dose steroids prevented vision loss, with gradual taper over 18 months requiring careful monitoring of bone health.
A 31-year-old pregnant woman presented with joint pain worsening in her third trimester. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed lupus flare and managed it with pregnancy-safe medications. Coordinated care with obstetric team resulted in successful delivery and postpartum treatment adjustment.
A 78-year-old widow with limited mobility presented with severe shoulder pain. Diagnosis of polymyalgia rheumatica was complicated by underlying osteoporosis. Dr. Pradhan developed a low-dose steroid regimen combined with bone protection therapy, achieving pain relief without compromising bone health.
A 24-year-old medical student developed unexplained digital ulcers and Raynaud's phenomenon. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed limited scleroderma and initiated vasodilators and immunosuppressants. Patient education about cold protection and self-monitoring was emphasized alongside medical treatment.
A 50-year-old fisherman with chronic knee pain was found to have pseudogout rather than osteoarthritis. Dr. Pradhan used colchicine and joint aspiration with dramatic improvement. Lifestyle modifications regarding diet and hydration were crucial for long-term management.
A 35-year-old IT professional presented with widespread pain and sleep disturbances. After thorough evaluation, Dr. Pradhan diagnosed fibromyalgia and created a multidisciplinary approach including medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, and exercise regimen with gradual improvement over 6 months.
A 62-year-old grandmother with diabetes developed sudden foot swelling and redness. Dr. Pradhan diagnosed complex regional pain syndrome and used sympathetic nerve blocks combined with gabapentin. Family involvement in physical therapy was key to functional recovery.
A 28-year-old new mother presented with postpartum joint pain and fatigue. Dr. Pradhan identified undiagnosed rheumatoid arthritis exacerbated by pregnancy. Treatment involved compatible biologics allowing continued breastfeeding while controlling disease activity.
A 45-year-old street food vendor with limited resources presented with chronic wrist pain. Diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis was made after noticing subtle nail changes. Affordable treatment with generic DMARDs provided significant relief within 4 weeks.
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