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Mr. John Underwent Spinal Fusion Surgery in BLK Hospital, Delhi, India

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Published: Mar 12, 2022

Updated: Mar 09, 2026

Published: Mar 12, 2022

Updated: Mar 09, 2026

Mr. John Underwent Spinal Fusion Surgery in BLK Hospital, Delhi, India

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51-year-old Mr. John Tengbeh from Sierra Leone traveled to India on 25 June 2021. He was admitted to BLK Hospital for a period of 3 Days. He traveled with his wife for his treatment. Dr. Puneet Girdhar, his operating physician has been instrumental in his treatment journey. This was after he had been suffering from debilitating symptoms which included severe back and waist pain.

The pain would radiate to his legs making it difficult for him to walk long distances and also affecting his posture. It became increasingly difficult for him to lift heavy objects and stand for a long time due to the constant pain and resultant discomfort in daily life. After which he got in touch with MediGence and with their assistance he decided to travel to India to get proper diagnosis and treatment. This was also as he understood that there was a shortfall in expertise and facilities in his home country.

Pre-Treatment Process

As he got admitted to the hospital, tests were done to diagnose his condition. The specialist checked his history, symptoms, conducted a physical examination, and prescribed imaging tests. It was confirmed that John has L4-5 stenosis with instability. He underwent Posterior Spine Fixation, decompression, and interbody fusion L4-5. The surgery was completed successfully and without any complications.

Post Treatment process

The patient stayed in India for 2 weeks after the surgery and MediGence helped him with the stay options which were in close vicinity to his treatment hospital. Even something as critical as follow-up consultation was organized for the patient by MediGence. The organization was with the patient every step of the way from Hospital Transfer, Airport Pick-up to Hospital Appointment Coordination.

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Tanya Bose
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Tanya Bose

Tanya Bose is a medical content specialist with a strong medical background. She has completed her Bachelor's and Master’s in Biotechnology from Amity University. With a deep understanding of biomedical sciences and research, she develops authoritative and patient-focused medical content covering treatments, surgical procedures, and healthcare innovations. Her writing emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and evidence-based information to help readers better understand complex medical topics. She is dedicated to improving patient awareness and supporting informed healthcare decisions by delivering trustworthy medical insights in a clear and accessible format.

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Dr. Vishwas Kaushik, an accomplished Belgorod State University graduate with an MBBS, is known for his impactful contributions to healthcare. Driven by a passion for global well-being, he seamlessly led domestic operations at VMV Group of Companies and orchestrated success at Clear Medi Cancer Centre. His adept team management and operational skills have positioned him as a luminary in healthcare tourism, shaping a future where compassionate, world-class medical care knows no boundaries.

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