Patient Experience
I'd been to a couple of doctors for this nagging fatigue and stomach pain, and everyone just said it was stress. Dr. Patel actually listened. He asked a ton of questions I hadn't been asked before, ordered some specific tests, and figured out it was a tricky autoimmune thing. I was nervous at first, thinking it was something really bad, but he explained it in a way that made sense. He didn't just give me a pill; he gave me a plan.
Had to get a small cyst removed. Honestly, I was more worried about the hospital process than the actual cut. But Dr. Patel's team had it down. The whole thing, from check-in to walking out, was just... smooth. The procedure itself was quick, and his instructions for aftercare were super clear. It healed up perfectly. Sometimes simple things going right is a huge relief.
The parking at Apollo was a nightmare that day, completely full. I was flustered by the time I got to the clinic. But the front desk lady was really kind, got me sorted quickly, and the nurse who took my vitals had a calming way about her. The waiting area was clean and quiet, which helped. By the time I saw Dr. Patel, I'd actually relaxed a bit. It's the little things that make a difference.
What stuck with me most about Dr. Patel was how he talked to my elderly mother. He didn't rush her. He sat down, looked her in the eye, and explained her blood pressure medication without any complicated jargon. He even drew a little diagram on a notepad. She usually forgets everything the doctor says, but she remembered his explanation. That kind of patience is rare.
I've been seeing Dr. Rathi for my blood pressure and general health for about seven years now, since he was at his old clinic. I followed him to Apollo. That says it all, really. He remembers my history without me having to repeat it every time, and he never rushes to change my meds just for the sake of it. He's steady. You don't find that kind of consistency often, and it's what builds real trust. The new hospital is busier, sure, but he's the same doctor.
As someone who manages a team and has zero time for illness, Dr. Rathi gets it. I came in with a bad sinus thing that was wrecking my productivity. He was direct, asked the right questions, gave me a clear treatment plan that worked fast, and didn't push unnecessary tests. In and out with a solution. Exactly what I needed.
Look, I was nervous at first. New doctor, big hospital. But Dr. Rathi is straight-up. I told him my stomach was a mess and I was worried. He listened, explained what it likely was (and wasn't), and laid out the steps simply. No sugar-coating, no scare tactics. Fixed me up in a couple weeks. Parking at Apollo is a nightmare though, fair warning.
My whole experience started on a really rough day. I'd been feeling off for weeks—tired, headaches, just not myself. I finally booked with Dr. Rathi at Apollo. The wait was a bit long, I won't lie, but once I got in, he changed the pace completely. He sat back and just let me talk it all out, even the stuff I thought was silly. He connected dots I hadn't, asked about my sleep and work stress, and ordered specific tests instead of a full scattergun approach. When the results came back (slightly low vitamin B12, mostly stress), his explanation was so clear. He said, "Let's tackle the deficiency and work on managing the stress, not just mask it." It felt like a real plan, not just a prescription. I'm feeling much more like me now.
I'd been to a couple of doctors for this nagging fatigue and stomach issue, and everyone just said it was stress. Dr. Lodha was different. He actually listened to the whole history, asked about things no one else had, and ordered a specific test. Turns out it was a rare vitamin deficiency. It wasn't a quick fix, but having a name for it and a clear plan made all the difference. He didn't give up when the easy answers didn't fit.
Had to get a minor cyst removed. Honestly, I was nervous at first, but the whole thing was so straightforward. Dr. Lodha explained exactly what he'd do, the procedure itself was quick, and the follow-up instructions were clear. The parking at Apollo was a bit of a hassle that morning, but once I was in, everything ran on time. It was just a simple thing handled well, no drama.
What stood out for me was the whole team. The front desk person remembered my name when I came for my follow-up, which was a nice touch. The nurse who took my vitals was really calming when she saw I was anxious. Even the person who cleaned the room smiled. The place at Apollo felt clean and efficient, but the people made it feel less cold. Dr. Lodha seems to have a good crew around him.
My teenager had to see him, and she was really closed off and scared. Dr. Lodha didn't just talk to me; he talked directly to her, in a way that wasn't talking down. He cracked a silly joke about hospital food that actually made her smile. He has this calm, patient way of explaining things that just puts you at ease. You feel like you're talking to a person, not just a medical expert.
My 8-year-old had a high fever that just wouldn't break, and I was really scared. Dr. Radhika was so calm with him, explained everything to me in simple terms, and even remembered his favorite cartoon character at the follow-up. The hospital felt huge and overwhelming, but she made us feel like we were her only patients. My son's doing great now, and honestly, I think her kindness helped him heal faster than just the medicine.
Had my gallbladder out at Apollo Pune. The surgery itself is a blur, but I remember Dr. Lotlikar checking on me that evening, asking about the pain. She didn't just throw pills at me; she explained what to expect each day and when to worry. The first two days were rough, no lie, but having a clear plan made it manageable. I'm back to my routine now, just taking it a bit slower.
Saw Dr. Radhika Lotlikar for a persistent stomach issue. She listened, didn't rush me, ordered the right tests. Got a diagnosis and a treatment that worked. Parking at Apollo is always a hassle, but she was worth it.
I'd been feeling run-down for months, just off. My usual doc retired, so I booked with Dr. Lotlikar on a friend's suggestion. First visit, the wait was a bit long, but once I got in, she spent a solid 20 minutes just asking questions. She connected dots I didn't see—my fatigue, some random joint pain, even a weird rash I'd ignored. Ordered specific blood work, called me herself with the results (it was a vitamin deficiency and a mild thyroid thing). On treatment for six weeks now and I finally feel like myself again. She doesn't just treat symptoms; she looks for the root cause.
I'd been to a couple of doctors about this constant fatigue and weird stomach ache. Everyone said it was just stress. Dr. Rege was different. He actually listened, asked about things no one else did, and ordered a specific test the others hadn't. Turns out it was a tricky parasite. He explained it all with a diagram on his notepad—sounds simple, but it made sense. Finally, after months, I'm on the right treatment.
Had to get a cyst removed. Honestly, I was nervous at first, but Dr. Rege made it feel like no big deal. The whole thing was over in what felt like twenty minutes. He talked me through each step, the local anesthetic worked perfectly, and I was back home by lunch. Sometimes, you just want something straightforward to go smoothly, and this really did.
The Apollo facility is nice, but what stood out was the team. The front desk lady helped me figure out the app when my phone was acting up, and the nurse who took my vitals noticed I seemed anxious and just chatted about the weather for a minute. It made the wait easier. Dr. Rege's clinic runs like a well-oiled machine, but the people in it are genuinely kind.
What I'll remember most is how he spoke to my elderly mother. She was confused and scared about her new medication. He didn't rush. He pulled up a chair, looked her in the eye, and explained it in the simplest terms, then wrote it down for her in big letters. He has a calm way about him that just puts you at ease. It meant the world to us.