A Journey of Miracles: Life Beyond the Deadly Trials for My Father

R. Gayathri

Senior Executive, Clinical Governance, Kauvery Hospital, Trichy

Background

My name is Ms. Gayathri, a senior executive at the Kauvery Hospital in Trichy. I have always considered Kauvery Hospital as my second home, a place where lives are saved and hope is never lost. My own family’s story would deeply intertwine me with the hospital’s legacy.

My father, Mr. Ramesh, a resilient man of 52 years age, faced three serious incidents. Against all odds, with the extraordinary care and commitment of Kauvery Hospital, he not only survived but thrived.

It began 25 years ago, exactly during the early days of the Kauvery Hospital’s establishment.

Incident 1: A Fate-Altering Accident

It was a calm night; my father decided to go for a late-night walk on the Thanjavur highway, around 10 pm, to maintain his health. The night was quiet and the streetlights were dim. Without warning, a speeding lorry would hit him, knocking him on the ground. His right hand was severely crushed under the impact.

Passersby rushed to his aid and immediately called for an ambulance. Kauvery Hospital ambulance arrived on time at the accident spot, and he was transported to the hospital. Dr. Ramasamy, a senior orthopedic surgeon, was the first to attend. After assessing the damage, he suggested that amputation might be the only option to save my father’s life. However, my family refused to accept the solution. We knew that my father’s hand was invaluable; he was the only breadwinner in my family, and we were willing to go to any extent to preserve it.

The team of orthopediatrics at Kauvery Hospital did not hesitate. They opted for extensive surgery to save his hands, followed by a rigorous physiotherapy regimen. This was a long and painful journey, but my father never gave up. Owing to the dedicated care he received at Kauvery Hospital, he regained partial movement in his hand. While it would never have been the same, he could still use it for daily tasks. Kauvery Hospital truly saved his life.

Incident 2: A Sudden Heart Attack

On July 12, 2023, my father faced another life-threatening situation. After a peaceful dinner, he went to bed, but in the dead of night, he suddenly woke up with severe palpitations, sweated profusely, and struggled to breathe. It is clear that something was wrong. Myself and my sister, Anu, rushed him to the Kauvery Hospital’s heart city unit.

In the ER, doctors worked quickly to stabilize him. After an angiogram, they found that he had single-vessel disease with 90% blockage in his arteries. Dr. Joseph, a renowned interventional cardiologist immediately recommended angioplasty and the placement of a stent to open the blocked artery. Due to the swift actions of the medical team, the procedure proceeded smoothly. The exceptional care provided by the heart team ensured that my father recovered faster than expected. In a short period of days, he returned home, and his heart again beat strongly and steadily.

Incident 3: A Cancer Diagnosis

However, these death trials were incomplete. Several months later, my father developed inflammation in his gum. He was admitted to the dental department of Kauvery Hospital, where Dr. Balaji examined him. Upon reviewing the situation, Dr. Balaji noticed a suspicious white patch on his gums, which was concerning. He advised that a biopsy be performed to rule out anything serious.

When the biopsy results were returned, the family was extremely upset to hear that my father had been diagnosed with cancer. The news hit hard. The word “cancer” itself was sufficient to spread a shockwave through the entire family. However, a silver lining is present. The cancer had been detected at stage 1, and there was a chance for treatment.

I took my father with the diagnosis results to meet Dr. Anis, an oncologist, to discuss the next steps. Dr. Anis was hopeful and recommended surgery to remove the affected tissues. Surgery, which lasted for 11 hours, was successful. The affected area in his mouth was entirely removed, and the postoperative care was meticulous. My father stayed in the hospital for five days, recovering under the watchful eyes of Kauvery Hospital’s skilled nursing and medical staff.

Postoperatively, my father’s recovery was nothing short of miraculous. With the support of Kauvery’s incredible team, he returned home and resumed his life. Once again, Kauvery Hospital pulled him through the deadly deal.

A Legacy of Care and Survival

Reflecting on the three life-altering incidents, my father endured, and I felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude. I am deeply proud to be a part of the Kauvery Hospital family, a hospital that not only cared for my father but also gave him the chance to continue his life. My father, who had weathered these storms, is her hero—a survivor, a fighter, and a testament to the care and dedication of Kauvery Hospital.

I wish to say“I feel incredibly blessed,” holding back tears. “Kauvery Hospital didn’t just save my father; they saved my hero. I owe them everything.”

For me, every day at Kauvery Hospital is a reminder of the miracles that occur there. From the moment my father was rushed in after his accident to swift intervention during his heart attack and meticulous care during his cancer treatment, Kauvery Hospital has been a constant source of hope, healing, and strength.

And, as I stand in the hospital, working to help others the way I have been helped, I know I am part of something truly special. The hospital saved my father’s life not once, but three times, and for that, I will forever be grateful.

R. Gayathri
Senior Executive, Clinical Governance

Kauvery Hospital