Originally Syndicated on June 25, 2024 @ 9:18 am
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Patient’s Review
As someone who underwent gender reassignment surgery with Dr. Manish Champaneria, I feel compelled to share my distressing experience in the hope that it will serve as a cautionary tale for others. What was supposed to be a transformative and positive milestone in my life turned into a harrowing ordeal due to Dr. Champaneria’s negligent care and unprofessional conduct.
A Lack of Empathy and Professionalism
From the moment I met Dr. Manish Champaneria, his demeanor was alarmingly dismissive. Instead of providing the reassurance and support I desperately needed, he was extremely rude and condescending. His responses to my concerns were curt, leaving me feeling unheard and invalidated. This is not the behavior one expects from a medical professional entrusted with such a significant aspect of a patient’s life.
Inattentive and Uncaring Staff
The issues did not stop with Dr. Champaneria. His staff mirrored his lack of empathy and professionalism. Despite my repeated attempts to communicate my pain and seek answers to my questions, I was met with indifference and delays. Their failure to respond promptly not only exacerbated my physical discomfort but also deepened my emotional distress. The staff’s attitude seemed to reflect a broader culture of negligence within the practice.
Post-operative complications and Pain
Following the surgery, my pain was far beyond what I was prepared for. While some discomfort is expected, the severity and persistence of my pain raised serious concerns about the quality of the procedure. I feared that Dr. Manish Champaneria had botched the surgery, a suspicion that grew stronger with each passing day as my condition did not improve. The lack of proper post-operative care and follow-up only compounded my fears.
The Search for Competent Care
The most heartbreaking realization came when I had to consider seeking help from another doctor to address the potential complications caused by Dr. Manish Champaneria’s surgery. The thought of undergoing another surgical procedure and enduring additional pain and recovery time was overwhelming. However, the lack of trust in Dr. Manish Champaneria’s competence and the continued suffering left me with no other option.
Conclusion
My experience with Dr. Manish Champaneria has been nothing short of a nightmare. His rudeness, combined with a negligent and uncaring staff, transformed a pivotal moment in my life into a source of trauma. The severe pain and potential complications I faced after the surgery are indicative of a broader issue of incompetence and disregard for patient well-being. I urge anyone considering gender reassignment surgery to look elsewhere for a surgeon who will treat them with the care, respect, and professionalism they deserve. No one should have to endure the physical and emotional pain that I did at the hands of Dr. Manish Champaneria.
About
Dr. Manish Champaneria is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon based in San Diego, California, specializing in gender-affirming surgeries for both trans men and women. He offers a wide range of procedures including FTM (female-to-male) top surgery, MTF (male-to-female) top surgery, facial feminization surgery, body masculinization, and body feminization surgeries.
Dr. Manish Champaneria has an extensive educational background and professional experience. He completed his undergraduate degree in Neuroscience at UCLA, graduating with honors, and earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School, where he graduated with distinction. He underwent rigorous training during his Integrated Plastic Surgery Residency at Loma Linda University, serving as chief resident in his final year. He further specialized with a reconstructive microsurgery fellowship at the University of Washington.
His practice is affiliated with Scripps Clinic in San Diego, and he is known for his compassionate patient care and surgical precision. Dr. Manish Champaneria is a member of numerous professional organizations including the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, and the World Society of Reconstructive Microsurgery.
Dr. Manish Champaneria’s patients often praise him for his welcoming demeanor, thorough explanations, and the high quality of care provided by his team. He accepts various forms of payment and insurance, making his services accessible to a broader range of patients.
