Success! Andy from Kenya raised $1,224 to fund fracture repair surgery so he can use his arm.

Andy
$1,224
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$0
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Fully funded
Andy's treatment was fully funded on June 24, 2023.
  • Andy's story
  • Andy's update
January 18, 2023

Photo of Andy post-operation

July 11, 2023

Andy underwent successful fracture repair surgery.

Andy underwent successful surgery to correct and heal a fracture to his right arm. His mom is very grateful and relieved. The surgery will b...

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Andy's Timeline

  • January 18, 2023
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Andy was submitted by Beatrice Njoroge, Curative Medical Support Program Coordinator at African Mission Healthcare.

  • January 19, 2023
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Andy received treatment at AIC Cure International Hospital in Kenya. 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.

  • January 22, 2023
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Andy's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • June 24, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Andy's treatment was fully funded.

  • July 11, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Andy's treatment was successful. Read the update.

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