Our Success Stories

Patient Testimonial | Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa | Manipal Hospital Old Airport
Mrs. Vatsala Naik had been suffering from knee pain, which hindered her ability to walk for even a few steps. Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa, Consultant - Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgery, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, successfully treated her by performing a robotic total knee replacement surgery, and she experienced no postoperative complications. Watch the video to know more. #ManipalHospitalOldAirportRoad #YourManipal #LifesOn #Healthcare #TKR #RoboticSurgery #KneeReplacementSurgery


Mrs. Mahuas Journey to Pain-Free Life | Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
Mrs. Mahua Roy, a 57-year-old woman from Kolkata, had struggled with severe knee pain since 2009. This led her to visit Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road and undergo a robotic knee replacement surgery. Consulting with Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa, Consultant - Orthopaedics & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery, Mrs. Mahua Roy found reassurance and hope to get back on her feet. Watch this video to know more about this case. To know more about the doctor click here https://bit.ly/48NlYx0 #ManipalHospitalOldAirportRoad #YourManipal #LifesOn #Healthcare #KneePain


Mr. Haji Mohammed – Frozen Shoulder Pain | Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
Mr. Haji Mohammed Barekmiya, 59, from Bangladesh, suffered from severe upper body pain, particularly in his shoulders and hands, with limited movement. After finding no effective treatment in his country, he sought help at Manipal Hospital, Old Airport Road, Bangalore. There, Dr. Devananda N S referred him to Dr. Lokesh A Veerappa, a Consultant in Orthopaedic & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery, who diagnosed him with Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis). Mr. Haji underwent a successful micro-surgical procedure, Arthroscopic Capsular Release, and is now pain-free, ready to enjoy a healthy life.


Patient Testimonial | Mr. Sambasiva | DR. LOKESH A V | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
After a motorcycle fall, 68-year-old Mr. Sambasiva Rao Arepalli from Andhra Pradesh continued to work since nothing severe occurred. However, he developed severe shoulder pain after driving a tractor for 3 months, making him unable to lift his shoulder. With his son’s recommendation, Mr. Rao consulted Dr. Lokesh A V, Consultant - Orthopaedic & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, diagnosed a massive tear in his rotator cuff muscle, which was treated using arthroscopic surgery.

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Samita's Successful Knee Replacement Surgery | Dr. Lokesh A V | Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
Mrs. Samita Das, from Birbhum district in West Bengal, had endured severe knee pain for 7 to 8 years, making it difficult for her to walk or straighten her legs, despite trying various treatments. After consulting local doctors, she was advised to undergo surgery. Seeking a permanent solution, she visited Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bengaluru, where she consulted Dr. Lokesh A V, Consultant - Orthopaedic & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery. Dr. Lokesh diagnosed her with Grade 4 Osteoarthritis, and a Total Knee Replacement (TKR) surgery was performed. Mrs. Samita underwent a fast-track rehabilitation program, supported by multimodal pain management. Today, she enjoys an active, pain-free life, expressing heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Lokesh and the hospital team for their expert care and compassion, which transformed her quality of life.
