May 6, 2020
Tra is a 25-year-old goldsmith from Cambodia. He is the oldest of four siblings, with one brother and two sisters. He enjoys listening to music and playing football.
Two months ago, after an accident in which his eye was struck by wood, Tra developed a traumatic cataract in his right eye, causing him blurry vision.
When Tra learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for three-and-a-half hours seeking treatment. On May 6th, doctors will perform phacoemulsification 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 $229 procedure.
Tra said, “Before my accident I enjoyed my work. I hope that the surgery helps me see everything clearly again, so I can continue working and helping my siblings too.”
Tra is a 25-year-old goldsmith from Cambodia. He is the oldest of four siblings, with one brother and two sisters. He enjoys listening to mu...
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June 19, 2020
Tra underwent surgery for a traumatic eye accident.
Tra’s surgery was successful! His doctors removed the cataract in his right eye that formed after his eye was accidentally struck with wood. It was causing him blurry vision and making it difficult for him to walk. He can now see clearly and go anywhere outside. He will also be able to see his brother and two sisters. His quality of life has improved significantly and he can now play football. He was discharged from our medical partner’s care facility with eye drops and has been scheduled for a followup appointment at their clinic.
“I feel great that my eye irritation is gone and I’m not in pain anymore. I can focus on my job better,” Tra shared.
His brother also told Watsi, “I am happy that his vision has recovered well and he is feeling and looking more comfortable after his surgery.”
Tra's surgery was successful! His doctors removed the cataract in his right eye that formed after his eye was accidentally struck with wood....
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