Patient Experience
As a 28-year-old marathon runner, I never expected to collapse mid-race with a rare congenital coronary anomaly. Dr. Keshavamurthy CB's emergency angioplasty saved my life, and his innovative approach allowed me to return to competitive running within six months with a customized cardiac monitoring plan.
My 82-year-old mother's complex aortic stenosis required a delicate transcatheter procedure that other cardiologists deemed too risky. Dr. Keshavamurthy's meticulous planning and gentle bedside manner gave us confidence, and she's now gardening again with more energy than she's had in years.
When our 7-year-old daughter was diagnosed with a rare pediatric arrhythmia during a school check-up, Dr. Keshavamurthy developed a non-invasive treatment protocol that avoided surgery entirely. Her personalized care included teaching our daughter about her heart through colorful diagrams and stories.
As a software engineer working 80-hour weeks, I ignored my chest pain until I collapsed at my desk. Dr. Keshavamurthy's emergency STEMI team performed a miraculous intervention at 2 AM, and his post-procedure cardiac rehabilitation program completely changed my lifestyle perspective.
My husband's silent heart attack went unnoticed until Dr. Keshavamurthy's preventive screening detected critical blockages during a routine executive health check. The planned bypass surgery was so seamless he was back leading board meetings in three weeks with renewed vigor.
Being pregnant at 35 with newly diagnosed peripartum cardiomyopathy was terrifying. Dr. Keshavamurthy coordinated with obstetricians to create a safe delivery plan and managed my medication protocol so effectively that I now have a healthy baby and a recovering heart.
After surviving cardiac arrest during a temple festival, my 65-year-old father received Dr. Keshavamurthy's innovative combination of stenting and targeted medication therapy. The doctor's follow-up care included home visits to ensure proper recovery in our rural village.
As a professional musician with atrial fibrillation, I was terrified medication would affect my performance. Dr. Keshavamurthy designed a rhythm control strategy that preserved my musical precision while keeping my heart stable during concerts.
Our teenage son's mysterious fainting spells were finally diagnosed as Long QT syndrome after multiple misdiagnoses. Dr. Keshavamurthy's genetic testing approach and ICD implantation have given him the confidence to participate in school activities safely.
When my wife needed emergency valve replacement during our anniversary trip to Mysore, Dr. Keshavamurthy arranged everything from airport pickup to postoperative care in a language we understood, turning a medical crisis into a story of human compassion.
As a retired army officer with multiple comorbidities, my complex coronary disease required a hybrid procedure that Dr. Keshavamurthy pioneered at Manipal. His military-like precision and clear communication made me trust him completely from our first meeting.
My mother's heart failure was complicated by renal issues that made treatment challenging. Dr. Keshavamurthy's collaborative approach with nephrologists created a balanced treatment plan that improved both her heart and kidney function simultaneously.
After surviving COVID-19, I developed severe myocarditis that left me bedridden. Dr. Keshavamurthy's progressive treatment protocol involving targeted immunosuppression and gradual cardiac rehab helped me regain full function over nine months.
Emergency ovarian torsion at 3 AM—Dr. Akhtar raced to Manipal Hospital and performed life-saving conservative surgery, preserving fertility for my 24-year-old daughter who dreams of motherhood.
As a traditional weaver with limited income, I feared I couldn't afford quality cardiac care. Dr. Keshavamurthy not only arranged financial assistance but also adapted my medication schedule around my weaving hours to ensure consistent treatment.
As a 72-year-old retired botanist with severe spinal stenosis, I had resigned myself to a life of pain until Dr. Ravikiran performed a revolutionary minimally invasive decompression. His gentle approach and botanical analogies made complex medical concepts understandable, and I'm now back to tending my orchid collection pain-free.
Our 8-year-old daughter, an aspiring gymnast, suffered a complicated radial neck fracture during practice. Dr. Ravikiran not only performed a perfect closed reduction but created a superhero-themed recovery plan that kept her motivated through rehabilitation. She's now back on the bars with more confidence than ever.
After a motorcycle accident left me with a complex pelvic fracture, I faced the possibility of never walking normally again. Dr. Ravikiran's emergency surgery and personalized rehabilitation protocol helped me not just walk, but return to competitive cycling within 9 months - a outcome I never dreamed possible.
My 45-year-old husband, a construction worker, developed debilitating shoulder impingement that threatened his livelihood. Dr. Ravikiran's arthroscopic surgery and innovative workplace modification suggestions allowed him to return to work stronger than before, with techniques to prevent future injuries.
As parents of a teenage dancer with scoliosis, we were devastated when told she might need to give up her passion. Dr. Ravikiran's custom spinal fusion approach preserved her flexibility and mobility - she's now dancing at the national level with better posture than ever.