11/10/2025
From the UK to India — Trust Beyond Borders
A patient from the UK, diagnosed with a spinal tumor and scheduled for surgery under the NHS, chose to come to India for treatment — solely based on the trust and experience shared by their relatives I had operated on earlier.
Witnessing such unwavering confidence is truly humbling — opting to leave the comfort of a familiar healthcare system to place faith in care here. The surgery proceeded seamlessly, achieving complete excision of the spinal tumor.
The tumor was adherent to the lateral dura, was meticulously dissected from the pia of the spinal cord under the microscope using CUSA, with continuous neuromonitoring (D-waves, SSEPs, MEPs) ensuring structural and functional preservation of spinal cord.
Following the procedure, the patient made a remarkable recovery, regaining the ability to walk normally the very next day. Subsequent biopsy results confirmed a benign Meningioma Grade 1.
As a surgeon, the trust bestowed by a patient, coupled with a successful outcome and the ensuing smiles, brings profound satisfaction — especially following years of rigorous neurosurgical training.
A heartfelt token of appreciation from the patient's family during the follow-up visit made the experience truly memorable.