MBBS, Diploma in Orthopaedics, DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery, Fellow in Spine Surgery
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Dr. Thomas Kishen is a Spine Surgeon working at Manipal Hospital, Bangalore, India. He completed his basic Orthopedic training (DOrtho) at Kasturba Medical College, Manipal and was awarded the Dr. Premananda Nayak Gold Medal for standing first in the University. Following this, Dr. Kishen trained at PSG Medical College, Coimbatore for the Diplomate of the National Board (Orthopaedics) and was awarded the Professor M.V. Daniel Gold Medal for Exemplary Commitment to Patient Care during this period. He then went on to receive the Dr. Balu Sankaran Gold Medal for standing first in India in the Diplomate of the National Board Exam in Orthopaedics for the year 2001. Dr. Kishen undertook his Spine Surgery fellowship training at Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore and received the ASSI-Depuy Best Spine Research Award during this period. He then spent five years in Sydney, Australia where he underwent advanced training in Spine Surgery at St George Hospital, University of New South Wales. He is experienced in all aspects of non-operative and operative management of spinal disorders affecting all regions of the spine from the neck to the lower back. Dr. Kishen has a special interest in the management of spinal deformities (scoliosis and kyphosis). During his tenure in Australia, Dr. Kishen was involved in teaching at the University of New South Wales and was awarded a Graduate Certificate in University Learning and Teaching. He has published numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals and has contributed chapters to books on Spine Surgery.
Visited For Spinal SurgerySpinal FusionScoliosis Correction
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Around 1st week of August, my father was diagnosed with severe L3/L4 and L4/L5 compression in Varanasi, UP. We went ahead with second opinion and that too turned out to be the same. We then decided to fly him to Bangalore and get the surgery done in Manipal, old airport road. I wasn't aware of any doctor, so with some reviews and personal thought, we opted to go with Dr. Thomas. My father is 80 now. With his age, we were little scared to go ahead with surgery. But meeting Dr Thomas turned out to be the best decision. He is an amazing human being with the sense of urgency whether it's surgery or pre and post support. My father is back home and recovering well.What I liked the most about doctor Thomas is the personal care he extended in the need of the hour. Highly recommend him for any spine related issues. Thanks so much Doctor for all the care and support you gave.
Visited For Spinal Surgery
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My self Manogaran has admitted in the month of Aug 2018 as a patient with spinal problem. Earlier i was treated at several hospitals but i have not cured and spent lot of money. Finally i met this doctor and thoroughly examined me . he gave me better treatment and his behavior is very exemplary and no words to say about him. I have seen him as god why because most of the doctors told me, your problem was very serious and unable to give treatment.
Really Dr Thomas is a exemplary to all. I am very thankful to manipal hospital who has employed this valuable doctors.
Doctor is kind and very important is he will listen to patient and understand the condition.
Would recommend Dr Thomas.
I met him today for my back issues with pain in my legs at first I tried to tell him how I got injured but he stopped me and said just tell me where the pain is I immediately realised there’s a problem with his attitude so I decided to only answer all his questions and then he said let’s do a Doppler test and also meet a vascular surgeon and take his advice as well so then I went and got a Doppler test done went and met with vascular surgeon he said everything was fine go meet dr Thomas he will explain later so I waited for doctor Thomas by evening this whole process as taken a whole day anyway at around 4 pm he got back I showed him the reports he says you need help of a physiotherapist can you come to Manipal old airport road everyday for some months I said no dr I stay two hours away from old airport road can I find one near my house he says fine then you can go come back to me if you have still have Pain after physiotherapy . Then I asked so what do you think about my back why do I have this pain he says nothing wrong you need physiotherapist I said ok can you tell what I need to go say to the physiotherapist what my problem is and what should I ask him to do with me he says I don’t know if it’s my physiotherapist here they know what to do but you are going somewhere else so he will decide what to do but then I again asked him in disbelief dr but there must be something wrong with me that’s why I have all this pain I should be able to atleast tell him ( physiotherapist)that this is what the doctor said is wrong with me so can you help . For that he said I’m a surgeon you need a physiotherapist only he can tell you what he’ll do with you . So guy’s I have been suffering from L5 S1 dick bulge from the past 28 years even before this ** ****** *** ***** **** ** ******* ****** * ****** *** ***** **** * **** **** ****** * ** **** ** **** ** ** ******** I really wonder why anyways in the end there was no explanation as to what was causing all this pain nothing just wasted my whole day may god bless him . I usually don’t say bad about anybody *** * ** **** *** ****** **** ** **** ** ** *** ***** ** *** *** ** ****** ** ** *** *** , I am just sharing my experience with this person the rest you guys decide what to do all the best and god bless .
After waiting for more than an hour doctor hardly spent more than 5 minutes with me. Rushed through and hardly listened to what I was saying because he had to leave for the OT. Why accept appointments if you’re so busy?
I had visited Dr. Thomas for an unexplained back issue. I had gotten so many tests done, so many medications to get rid of the pain. He patiently listened to me and gave me good advice. It was only his advice and his understanding that helped me. I would highly recommend him.
Dr. Thomas J Kishen is my regular consultant. As usual, I waited for 20 minutes to get my session. This time, he suggested an MRI scan for treatment advancement. Afterall I am consulting him for a couple of years and his treatment has always been satisfactory. He is definitely recommended.
Visited For Spinal FusionSpinal Surgery
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Earlier consulted with 2 doctors but no relief
Now started talking Medcine given by Dr Thomas and feeling better
Hope will be okay after 2 weeks
Visited For Spinal Surgery
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Very professional and friendly ..
I went without a patient . He refused to consult and suggested alternate way / solution
Visited For Spine Surgery
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I am very happy with the way the doctor handled. He asked me to perform few exercises and got to know the status of my problem.