Oliyad is a handsome and friendly boy who loves watching animation movies from Ethiopia. He is being raised in a children’s home after his parents abandoned him when he was two months old. Oliyad was born with ARM and the organization tried seeking treatment from different hospitals in Ethiopia. In one of the hospitals, he had a colostomy and PSARP surgeries done with the bills being paid by a local nonprofit. In Oliyad’s case, his colostomy requires closure in order to restore bowel function and prevent future complications. Oliyad’s children’s home is not able to cater for the third surgery and appeals for help.
Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $961 to cover the cost of a colostomy closure for Oliyad. The surgery is scheduled to take place on November 19th and once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently.
Oliyad’s guardian says, “We are confident and hopeful that he will get this surgery and heal fully. We believe he will live a quality life as any other kids and his friends.”