Patient Experience

As a 72-year-old retired ship captain...
Apr 25, 2025

As a 72-year-old retired ship captain with a rare spinal meningioma compressing my thoracic cord, Dr. Netalkar's minimally invasive approach avoided traditional open surgery. His precision preserved my ability to walk, and I was back navigating my garden paths within three weeks, feeling decades younger.

Our 8-year-old daughter, an aspiring gymnast,...
Apr 30, 2025

Our 8-year-old daughter, an aspiring gymnast, developed sudden weakness in her legs. Dr. Netalkar diagnosed a spinal arteriovenous malformation. His emergency intervention and postoperative care were exceptional,she's now back flipping with confidence, and we're forever grateful for his calm expertise during our family's crisis.

A construction worker, I suffered a...
Apr 18, 2025

A construction worker, I suffered a complex skull base fracture from a fall. Dr. Netalkar's reconstructive surgery not only saved my life but restored facial symmetry. His follow-up care included coordinating with maxillofacial specialists, demonstrating his holistic approach to trauma recovery.

My 45-year-old wife, a professional violinist,...
May 13, 2025

My 45-year-old wife, a professional violinist, developed a benign acoustic neuroma threatening her hearing. Dr. Netalkar's nerve-sparing technique preserved her musical career. The personalized rehabilitation plan he designed with audiologists shows his dedication beyond the operating room.

As parents of a teenager with...
Apr 19, 2025

As parents of a teenager with refractory epilepsy, we'd exhausted options until Dr. Netalkar proposed laser interstitial thermal therapy. His innovative approach provided seizure freedom without traditional craniotomy, giving our son his senior year of high school back.

A retired school teacher with Parkinson's,...
May 12, 2025

A retired school teacher with Parkinson's, I underwent deep brain stimulation with Dr. Netalkar. His meticulous programming sessions post-surgery transformed my tremor control. He even taught me to use the patient controller myself, empowering my independence at 68.

Our newborn required emergency surgery for...
May 11, 2025

Our newborn required emergency surgery for a congenital encephalocele. Dr. Netalkar's delicate work in those first hours of life gave our daughter a future. His ongoing follow-up through her first year shows commitment that extends far beyond the procedure.

As a long-distance runner with a...
Apr 30, 2025

As a long-distance runner with a symptomatic pituitary adenoma, I feared losing my endurance. Dr. Netalkar's endoscopic endonasal approach resolved my vision issues without affecting athletic performance. Six months later, I completed my first marathon post-surgery.

My 80-year-old mother's chronic subdural hematoma...
May 18, 2025

My 80-year-old mother's chronic subdural hematoma was dismissed as aging until Dr. Netalkar identified the need for surgical evacuation. His gentle manner with elderly patients and minimal intervention approach restored her cognitive function within days.

A software engineer with trigeminal neuralgia,...
Apr 28, 2025

A software engineer with trigeminal neuralgia, I found relief through Dr. Netalkar's microvascular decompression. His understanding of how facial pain affected my work life led to scheduling surgery during my project downtime, demonstrating remarkable patient-centered thinking.

Our family witnessed Dr. Netalkar's brilliance...
Apr 30, 2025

Our family witnessed Dr. Netalkar's brilliance during our father's emergency aneurysm rupture. His 3AM surgery and daily updates showed extraordinary dedication. The way he explained complex vascular anatomy using simple drawings comforted our entire family through the crisis.

As a professional diver with recurrent...
May 14, 2025

As a professional diver with recurrent spinal CSF leaks, Dr. Netalkar's blood patch procedure and dive medicine knowledge allowed me to return to my passion. His understanding of pressure-related neurology specific to diving was unparalleled.

My teenage son's skateboarding accident resulted...
May 06, 2025

My teenage son's skateboarding accident resulted in a complex vertebral fracture. Dr. Netalkar's fusion technique incorporated future growth considerations, ensuring normal spinal development. His follow-up included counseling about safe sports participation, not just surgical recovery.

A classical dancer with cervical disc...
Apr 25, 2025

A classical dancer with cervical disc herniation, I feared ending my career. Dr. Netalkar's artificial disc replacement preserved my range of motion. His collaboration with my physiotherapist created a return-to-dance protocol that had me performing again within five months.

As partners of a patient with...
May 03, 2025

As partners of a patient with glioblastoma, we appreciated Dr. Netalkar's honest yet compassionate approach. His maximal safe resection gave us precious quality time, and his coordination with oncology for adjuvant therapy showed exceptional multidisciplinary care.

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