Successful Ameloblastoma Surgery in India: A Journey from the Solomon Islands

Patient’s Name: Ms. Daisy Kiko

Age: 44 Years 

Gender: Female 

Country of Origin: Solomon Islands 

Doctor’s Name: Dr. Anil Murarka (Amrita Hospital, Faridabad), Dr. Deepak Sarin (Medanta - The Medcity, Gurgaon) 

Hospital’s Name: First Amrita Hospital, Faridabad & then Medanta - The Medcity, Gurgaon

Treatment: Ameloblastoma Surgery

Watch her husband share their experience

Ameloblastoma is a rare jaw tumour that arises in the jawbone, usually near the molars, and is locally invasive. The treatment of such tumours often requires precise and specialised surgical intervention. 

Ms. Daisy Kiko, a 44-year-old from the Solomon Islands, had been experiencing symptoms of ameloblastoma, such as jaw swelling and discomfort, which gradually began affecting her daily life. 

With limited treatment options locally, Daisy and her husband Philip began exploring options abroad and came across Vaidam Health, and sought their guidance.

Through Vaidam Health, the couple planned their medical journey to India, including logistics and specialist consultations. Daisy began her treatment at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, under Dr. Anil Murarka, Head and Senior Consultant of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery at Amrita Hospital. Based on her treatment plan, she was later referred to Medanta - The Medicity, Gurgaon, where Dr. Deepak Sarin, an expert Head and Neck surgeon, performed the surgery.

The couple spent close to three months in India. Throughout this time, Vaidam’s team remained a constant source of support, helping them navigate an unfamiliar healthcare system far from home.

Her surgery was completed successfully, removing the tumour and restoring comfort. Daisy showed good recovery and steady improvement in her condition.

As Daisy prepared to return home, her husband Philip shared their experience: “Coming to India was made possible through Vaidam’s support; they assisted us throughout our medical journey. The treatment was very good, and the surgery went well. For anyone considering treatment in India, I’d recommend getting in touch with Vaidam. Thank you, Vaidam Health.”

Vaidam Health wishes Ms. Daisy Kiko continued recovery, good health, and a smooth return to daily life.