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Who We Help

Patients and families in India

We support Indian citizens who are currently undergoing medical care in India for serious and complex health conditions. Our services are limited to patients receiving treatment within India. We are unable to assist Indian citizens who are living or receiving care outside the country.

Our role is to help patients and their families better understand a diagnosis, treatment plan, and available options through clear, unbiased guidance and emotional support during a difficult time.

Cancers
Blood disorders both malignant and benign
Neurological conditions
Other serious medical or surgical cases

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Our Volunteers

The People Behind TISO

TISO is made possible by a dedicated group of volunteers who contribute their time, skills, and expertise to support patients and families navigating complex medical decisions.

Dr. Ravi Vissapragada

General Surgeon, Flinders Medical Centre, Australia

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Dr. Sridhar Chaganti

Consultant Haemato Oncologist, University Hospital Birmingham, UK

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Pr. Raghunadharao Digumarti

Senior Medical Oncologist, India

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Dr. D Leela

Gynaecological Oncologist, St. Theresa's Hospital, India

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Skyler Tucker

Small Business Marketing Consultant, TurboLeads, USA

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Sri Lingamarla

IT Professional and Founder, USTechBridge, USA

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Our Founders

Badarinadh Vissapragada

Philanthropist and Healthcare Advocate

Badarinadh Vissapragada has over 35 years of professional experience in the oil and gas industry and is now dedicated to philanthropic work focused on healthcare access and patient advocacy. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, he serves as a Massachusetts SHINE Counselor, helping individuals navigate complex health insurance decisions.

He is actively involved in multiple nonprofit initiatives supporting healthcare access, cancer awareness, and community well-being in India. TISO was founded from his belief that compassionate listening and clear medical understanding can significantly reduce patient anxiety and support better healing journeys.

Our Founders

Dr. Ravi Vissapragada

General Surgeon, Flinders Medical Centre

Dr. Vissapragada is a General Surgery trainee at Flinders University and Medical Centre in Adelaide, Australia, with clinical interests in gastric and esophageal cancers, Barrett’s esophagus, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. He has trained and practiced across Australia, the United States, and the United Kingdom, bringing a global perspective to patient care and surgical education.

His work focuses on improving patient outcomes through evidence based practice, early disease detection, and sustainable healthcare delivery. He is particularly interested in health economics, surgical education, and collaborative research aimed at improving access, quality, and long term outcomes in surgical care.

The Informative Second Opinion (TISO)

If you or a loved one need another perspective on a diagnosis or treatment, reach out to TISO now for a judgment-free, confidential review - at no cost.

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