October 4, 2015
Dokdang is a 28-year-old man from Nigeria who is “currently studying to become a teacher. He loves reading, outdoor sports and making friends,” our medical partner, Hope For West Africa (HFWA), shares.
Dokdang’s hand has become deformed because of a snake bite. Because of his condition, performing daily activities and doing the things he loves is difficult. HFWA reports, “Dokdang is unable to lift objects and he experiences excruciating pains. His hand is affecting his studies and his ability to concentrate in school.”
For $1,474, Dokdang will undergo an open reduction and internal fixation procedure, during which his hand will be surgically opened and the damaged areas inside will be corrected. Receiving surgery will help him “concentrate on his studies and achieving his life dream of becoming a teacher.”
After he heals, Dokdang’s quality of life will improve dramatically and it will be much easier for him to do the things he loves. HFWA shares, “Dokdang looks forward to the surgery as this will enable him to continue pursuing teaching and also to participate in most outdoor sports.”
Dokdang is a 28-year-old man from Nigeria who is "currently studying to become a teacher. He loves reading, outdoor sports and making friend...
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January 5, 2016
Dokdang received treatment for a poisonous snake bite.
Dokdang underwent surgery to reverse the effects of a venomous snake bite and can now return to his normal lifestyle.
Our medical partner, Hope for West Africa (HFWA), informs us that Dokdang’s open reduction and internal fixation operation was successful–allowing him to regain use of his previously deformed hand.
Thanks to this intervention, “Dokdang will be able to lift objects, will cease to have excruciating pains and [can] concentrate on his studies without difficulties.”
Dokdang, an aspiring teacher, looks forward to continuing to pursue his dreams. He shares, “I am so happy that words alone can not express how feel. It feels good to know that I can go back to having a normal life. Thank you to everyone who contributed one way or the other to make my surgery possible.”
Dokdang underwent surgery to reverse the effects of a venomous snake bite and can now return to his normal lifestyle.
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