January 11, 2022
Ravuth is a bright, inquisitive little boy. He’s 6-years-old, and the only child in his family. He just started first grade and he is learning to read. His parents are garment workers in a local garment factory. He likes to play with toy cars and play football.
When he was three years old, his family noticed that he couldn’t see well out of both his eyes. Doctors diagnosed him with aphakia, or congenital absence of the lens in both eyes.
When Ravuth’s family learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, they traveled for four and half hours seeking treatment. On January 12th, doctors will perform general anesthesia and an intraocular lens implant in each eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $425 procedure.
His mother said, “After surgery I hope his eyes can see well, and he won’t need to wear thick glasses. He wants to be at school and be just like the other children.”
Ravuth is a bright, inquisitive little boy. He's 6-years-old, and the only child in his family. He just started first grade and he is learni...
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March 3, 2022
Ravuth underwent cataract surgery for both eyes.
Ravuth’s cataract surgery was a success! Ravuth was very scared before the surgery, but the staff at our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, helped him and his mom to feel at ease. He remained at the hospital overnight until surgeons were sure he had no complications, then he was able to return home. The doctors expect Ravuth’s vision to improve dramatically. He is excited to return to school and play with his friends again. We can’t wait to see where you go, Ravuth!
Ravuth’s mother said: “We are grateful there are doctors in Cambodia who could help my son. He can return to school and play with his friends outside again. Thank you to everyone who helped my son, he can have good health again.”
Ravuth's cataract surgery was a success! Ravuth was very scared before the surgery, but the staff at our medical partner, Children's Surgica...
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