Patient Experience
As a 28-year-old competitive cyclist diagnosed with immune thrombocytopenia, Dr. Tikare's innovative treatment plan not only restored my platelet counts but allowed me to return to professional racing within months,something I never thought possible after my diagnosis.
Our 7-year-old daughter was airlifted to Manipal with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. Dr. Tikare's compassionate approach included drawing cartoon characters on his gloves and explaining procedures in child-friendly terms, making her terrifying journey bearable for our entire family.
A 62-year-old fisherman with polycythemia vera, I struggled with debilitating itching after water exposure. Dr. Tikare's tailored phlebotomy schedule and novel medication approach let me return to my livelihood without the unbearable symptoms that previously plagued me.
When my 80-year-old mother with myelodysplastic syndrome developed COVID-19 pneumonia, Dr. Tikare coordinated a remarkable dual-treatment approach that addressed both conditions simultaneously, saving her life when other doctors had given up hope.
As a software engineer with hemophilia A, Dr. Tikare implemented a groundbreaking prophylactic treatment regimen using extended half-life factor VIII that allowed me to travel internationally for work without the constant worry of bleeding episodes.
Our teenage son's rare acquired hemophilia diagnosis came during monsoon season. Dr. Tikare personally coordinated with blood bank services across three states during flooding to ensure he received the specialized factor concentrates he needed for emergency surgery.
A 45-year-old woman with essential thrombocythemia, I'd suffered multiple miscarriages. Dr. Tikare's meticulous pre-conception planning and pregnancy-safe treatment protocol resulted in me successfully delivering healthy twins after years of heartbreak.
When my husband developed thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura while we were vacationing in Goa, Dr. Tikare's rapid diagnosis and immediate plasma exchange treatment in the middle of the night saved his life and neurological function completely.
As a 19-year-old college student with sickle cell disease, Dr. Tikare's transition program from pediatric to adult care included educating my new roommates about crisis management, making my move away from home medically safe and emotionally supported.
Our 3-year-old's mysterious bleeding disorder baffled multiple specialists. Dr. Tikare discovered it was a rare platelet function defect and created a customized treatment plan using medication typically used for entirely different conditions,with miraculous results.
A 71-year-old retired teacher with chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Dr. Tikare incorporated traditional Goan dietary practices into my treatment plan, helping manage side effects in ways that respected my cultural preferences and improved my quality of life.
When my brother with aplastic anemia needed a bone marrow transplant during the pandemic, Dr. Tikare orchestrated an international donor match from Germany and navigated complex travel restrictions to make the life-saving procedure possible.
As a professional musician with von Willebrand disease, I feared hand injuries would end my career. Dr. Tikare developed a preventive regimen that included specialized protective gear and emergency protocols that let me perform with confidence.
Our family carries the thalassemia trait across three generations. Dr. Tikare organized genetic counseling and created personalized management plans for each family member, addressing our specific concerns from childhood through senior years.