Michael is a bright and kind nine-year-old from the Philippines. Four days ago, he started having abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting. His family took him to be seen at a hospital near their home and there he was given medicine to alleviate the symptoms. When his condition seemed to worsen, his father decided to seek a second opinion from our medical partner’s care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital.
Doctors have diagnosed Michael with a ruptured appendix and he needs an emergency operation. Michael’s mother is undergoing dialysis so their family is unable to cover the cost of his surgery and have requested support.
“Knowing that he needs to be operated on, I felt nervous and afraid. I’m worried about our family’s finances.” Philip, his father, shared. “I don’t know where to get the money for his medical expenses, so I’m really grateful to WSFP and WATSI for helping us,” he added.