Patient Experience
An 81-year-old retired farmer with multiple comorbidities presented with bowel obstruction. Dr. Rao discovered an incarcerated incisional hernia from previous surgery. He performed a complex hernia repair with mesh, and the patient required extended hospitalization but eventually returned home with family support.
A 23-year-old professional athlete presented with exercise-induced abdominal pain. Dr. Rao diagnosed median arcuate ligament syndrome and performed laparoscopic ligament release. The patient returned to competitive sports after 12 weeks of graded rehabilitation with improved performance.
A 45-year-old street vendor with limited healthcare access presented with advanced gastric cancer. Dr. Rao performed a radical gastrectomy with Roux-en-Y reconstruction. The patient required nutritional support and community-based follow-up, showing good recovery at 6 months despite socioeconomic challenges.
A 52-year-old nun from a local convent presented with asymptomatic gallstones discovered during routine checkup. After detailed discussion, Dr. Rao recommended conservative management with regular monitoring rather than surgery, respecting the patient's preference for minimal intervention.
A 38-year-old single mother presented with recurrent pilonidal sinus disease affecting her ability to work. Dr. Rao performed a modified Limberg flap procedure, and she returned to her job as a shop assistant after 4 weeks with complete wound healing.
A 70-year-old retired banker presented with obscure GI bleeding. Dr. Rao used intraoperative enteroscopy to identify and resect a small bowel angiodysplasia. The patient required blood transfusion but made full recovery with no recurrence at 1-year follow-up.
A 29-year-old medical intern presented with acute abdominal pain while on duty. Dr. Rao diagnosed perforated duodenal ulcer and performed emergency laparoscopic repair. The patient returned to residency training after 4 weeks with new appreciation for surgical emergencies.
As a 28-year-old software engineer diagnosed with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, I was terrified of radiation's side effects. Dr. Krishna's precision radiotherapy using IMRT preserved my salivary function while completely eliminating the tumor. Six months later, I'm back to coding with no dry mouth issues - a miracle I didn't think possible.
My 72-year-old mother's metastatic spinal tumor left her paralyzed. Dr. Krishna's emergency stereotactic radiosurgery not only stopped the progression but allowed her to regain movement in her legs. His compassionate approach with our frightened family made our darkest days bearable.
Being a 45-year-old fisherman, I thought my laryngeal cancer would end my career. Dr. Krishna's voice-sparing radiation protocol at KMC Hospital saved both my life and my ability to communicate at sea. I'm back on my boat, shouting orders to my crew like before.
Our 8-year-old daughter's rare optic pathway glioma was deemed inoperable. Dr. Krishna's proton therapy approach preserved her vision while controlling the tumor growth. Watching her read her storybooks post-treatment was our family's greatest victory.
As a 60-year-old breast cancer survivor, I developed radiation-induced fibrosis years after previous treatment. Dr. Krishna's innovative hyperbaric oxygen therapy combined with gentle re-radiation reversed the hardening tissue. I can finally hug my grandchildren without pain.
My husband's glioblastoma diagnosis at 52 felt like a death sentence. Dr. Krishna's combination of immunotherapy and targeted radiation gave us three precious years together. His honest yet hopeful approach helped us create beautiful final memories.
A 19-year-old college athlete with testicular cancer, I feared radiation would end my sports dreams. Dr. Krishna's testicular shielding technique and precise dosing eliminated the cancer while preserving fertility and function. I'm back on the track team this semester.
When my 80-year-old father refused treatment for his prostate cancer, Dr. Krishna spent hours explaining the minimal side effects of hypofractionated radiation. The 5-day treatment course was so manageable that dad tended his garden throughout therapy.
Our 6-month-old with retinoblastoma faced eye removal until Dr. Krishna proposed plaque brachytherapy. The targeted radiation saved our baby's eye and vision. We celebrate every milestone knowing Dr. Krishna gave him the gift of sight.
As a 35-year-old teacher with cervical cancer, radiation threatened my fertility. Dr. Krishna's ovarian transposition surgery before radiation preserved my ovarian function. Two years later, I'm pregnant with our first child - a dream we thought lost.
My 68-year-old wife's pancreatic cancer pain was unbearable until Dr. Krishna's palliative radiation targeted the nerve bundles. Her pain reduced by 80% within days, allowing her to enjoy her final months with dignity and comfort.
A 41-year-old chef with oral cancer, I feared losing my sense of taste. Dr. Krishna's taste bud-sparing radiation technique let me return to my kitchen with my palate intact. My restaurant's reviews have never been better!
When my brother's recurrent sarcoma required re-irradiation, most doctors refused. Dr. Krishna's innovative grid therapy approach delivered treatment safely. Two years later, he remains cancer-free with minimal tissue damage.