November 2, 2021
Phal is a 65-year-old woman. She proudly shared that she has two sons, seven daughters, and many grandchildren. Phal lives with her youngest daughter who is a salon employee. Phal likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio.
One year ago, Phal developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Phal learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On November 2nd, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and will place an intraocular lens implant in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Phal says, “I hope after surgery I can see well again so I can take care of myself and go to join ceremonies at the pagoda.”
Phal is a 65-year-old woman. She proudly shared that she has two sons, seven daughters, and many grandchildren. Phal lives with her youngest...
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January 4, 2022
Phal underwent sight-restoring cataract eye surgery.
It was hard for Phal to admit she was going blind and to ask for help, but was shared that she was afraid she might not see her children and grandchildren grow up. This motivated her to seek help. Following her successful surgery, she could already see the improvement! As she recovers, her vision will continue to improve over the coming weeks.
Phal said: “I am so appreciative of the help from the CSC Eye Surgery staff. Thank you to everyone who helped me have better vision so I can take care of my grandchildren and help around the house again. I look forward to walking to our community pagoda by myself.”
It was hard for Phal to admit she was going blind and to ask for help, but was shared that she was afraid she might not see her children and...
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