Success! Saw Tha from Burma raised $1,500 to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing.

Saw Tha
$1,500
raised
$0
to go
Fully funded
Saw Tha's treatment was fully funded on July 22, 2023.
  • Saw Tha's story
  • Saw Tha's update
February 4, 2023

Photo of Saw Tha post-operation

August 15, 2023

Saw Tha underwent surgery to reset his fractured bones to ensure proper healing.

Before the operation, Saw Tha was unable to stand or move due to the pain. Now, he can stand up and move his legs with less pain. He continu...

Read more

Saw Tha's Timeline

  • February 4, 2023
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Saw Tha was submitted by Bue Wah Say, Project Officer at Burma Children Medical Fund.

  • February 4, 2023
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Saw Tha received treatment at Mae Sot General Hospital in Thailand. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • February 6, 2023
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Saw Tha's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • July 22, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Saw Tha's treatment was fully funded.

  • August 15, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Saw Tha's treatment was successful. Read the update.

Funded by 36 donors

Meet another patient you can support

100% of your donation funds life-changing surgery.

Nelson is a 79-year-old loving father from the Philippines. He lives with his partner and relies on their only son's financial support to meet their basic needs. He has a passion for gardening and loves to plant vegetables at home. Three years ago, Nelson's health took a downturn when he experienced bleeding during urination. After a consultation, he was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection and was prescribed medication. However, the pain reoccurred, prompting further investigation. An ultrasound revealed the presence of a bladder stone, necessitating surgical intervention. Over time, Nelson's condition has deteriorated, leading to increased urinary frequency and pain, which severely hinders his daily activities. Fortunately, Nelson found his way to our medical partner World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP) who will be helping him receive the treatment he needs. He is scheduled to undergo a urinary cystolithectomy, the removal of the bladder stone, on July 21st. A portion of the cost of his treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising $1,128 to cover the remaining cost. After treatment, Nelson will hopefully have a pain-free and healthier life. Deeply appreciative of the support he received, Nelson shared, "I'm eternally grateful to Watsi and World Surgical Foundation Philippines. Your generosity has given me hope to have a more comfortable life, and be free from all that I've been enduring for years."

$355raised
$773to go