July 18, 2022
Vanh is a 72-year-old retired rice farmer from Cambodia. He has two sons, three daughters, and six grandchildren. His wife unfortunately passed away, so he now lives with his youngest daughter, who is a farmer. Some of his favorite ways to spend his time are listening to the news and listening to monks pray on the radio.
Three years ago, Vanh developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him to experience itchiness, light sensitivity, eye tearing, and blurry vision. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking. Because of this, he is not able to go places on his own.
When Vanh learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for five and a half hours seeking treatment. On July 18th, doctors will perform small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
Vanh shares, “I hope after surgery my eye can see well again. I want to join ceremonies at the pagoda.”
Vanh is a 72-year-old retired rice farmer from Cambodia. He has two sons, three daughters, and six grandchildren. His wife unfortunately pas...
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January 9, 2023
Vanh underwent cataract surgery so he can see clearly and participate in more activities.
Vanh has been lonely since his wife’s passing and his poor vision made it difficult for him to get around the village. He was happy to learn about the Eye Surgery program at Children’s Surgical Centre, and had successful surgery to repair his cataract. After recovering for twenty-four hours, he was able to return home with anti-biotic eye drops to instill eight times daily. When his eye has healed, he will be able to recognize the faces of his family and go outside. This will help him spend more time visiting with friends and relatives. He looks forward to visiting the pagoda by himself.
Vanh said: “I am relieved to see well again. My daughter won’t have to worry about me, and I can visit the market and pagoda by myself. Thank you to the staff who fixed my eye and to you who paid for my surgery.”
Vanh has been lonely since his wife's passing and his poor vision made it difficult for him to get around the village. He was happy to learn...
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