The family trip, first captured in Shoaib’s vlog, signaled a significant milestone in her recovery, as she navigates life post-diagnosis and post-surgery.
Dipika’s surgical team opted for minimally invasive robotic surgery, a key reason behind her swift recovery—but what made it possible was that her tumor hadn’t metastasized. Instead of a large “L-shaped” incision, doctors made six small cuts, through which robotic tools and cameras were inserted to carefully remove the tumor.
In her own words:
“Robotic surgery is one of the biggest reasons I’ve recovered so quickly… in my case, Dr. Somnath was very keen on robotic surgery.”
The smaller incisions also reduced her hospital stay—she was out of the ICU in three days and discharged after 11 days.
What Was Removed—and Why
Aside from the liver tumor, Dipika’s doctors also removed her gallbladder, which harbored stones. A small portion of her liver was excised along with the tumor. Thanks to the liver’s natural ability to regenerate, health experts noted early signs of encouraging recovery.
A Gentle Family Outing
With the doctor’s approval, the trio ventured out to a mall. Highlights of the outing included selecting a stroller for their nephew Haider, a thoughtful purchase postponed during Dipika's treatment. She showed off the stroller’s adjustable seat features with excitement and shared moments of playful nostalgia at toy displays.
To reduce infection risk, Dipika carried her own meals—tiffin-style—and sipped on soothing Kashmiri kahwa, avoiding outside food entirely. She’s also following strict dietary advice: fresh, preservative-free meals only, no bakery items or heavy foods.
Dipika’s opener since surgery is more than a social update—it’s a message of hope, holistic healing, and self-care. By choosing robotic surgery, adhering to a clean diet, and stepping gently back into normal life, she’s demonstrating practical, inspiring recovery tactics—especially for others facing major health battles.
Her story reinforces that medical innovation, family love, emotional vulnerability, and careful public engagement can coexist beautifully on the path to healing.