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Success! Dina from Kenya raised $968 to fund fracture repair treatment.

Dina
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  • $968 raised, $0 to go
$968
raised
$0
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Fully funded
Dina's treatment was fully funded on August 11, 2020.

Photo of Dina post-operation

March 9, 2020

Dina underwent fracture repair treatment.

Dina underwent successful ORIF surgery to reconstruct her broken femur bone. She has been discharged and she is still continuing with the recovery process. She had difficulty learning how to ambulate with crutches but she has now picked it up and was discharged.

Dina says, “Thank you for the amazing support, I received the best care while in the hospital ward. I am looking forward to a quick recovery so that I can continue with my daily duties.”

Dina underwent successful ORIF surgery to reconstruct her broken femur bone. She has been discharged and she is still continuing with the re...

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January 22, 2020

Dina is a 69-year-old mother of seven from Kenya. She plants maize and beans on her farm left by her late husband. She lost her husband in the year 2014 after suffering from stomach cancer. Despite all the challenges she faced, Dina has been a strong woman for her children. She has worked hard to educate her children and provide basic needs for them through farming. The family stays together in a grass-roofed house.

Dina came to our hospital recently with a severe fracture on her right femur. X-ray imaging confirmed a closed femur fracture. Dina, who is unable to walk and has severe pain, was admitted for skin traction and requires an ORIF surgery with a plate to heal her broken femur.

Dina is unable to attend to her daily duties because of her broken leg. She is worried about being dependent on her children who also need her. She is requesting anybody reading her story to support her raise funds for her surgery of $968.00.

On January 22nd, Dina will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. The surgery will allow Dina walk with ease and reduce chances of further complications. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $968 to fund this procedure.

Dina says, “I want to get back on my feet and resume my normal duties farming so that I can be able to raise school fees for my son who is in college.”

Dina is a 69-year-old mother of seven from Kenya. She plants maize and beans on her farm left by her late husband. She lost her husband in ...

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Dina's Timeline

  • January 22, 2020
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Dina was submitted by Robert Kariuki, Process Coordinator at African Mission Healthcare.

  • January 23, 2020
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Dina's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • January 24, 2020
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Dina received treatment at AIC Kapsowar Hospital in Kenya. Medical partners often provide care to patients accepted by Watsi before those patients are fully funded, operating under the guarantee that the cost of care will be paid for by donors.

  • March 9, 2020
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Dina's treatment was successful. Read the update.

  • August 11, 2020
    FULLY FUNDED

    Dina's treatment was fully funded.

Funded by 26 donors

Funded by 26 donors

Treatment
ORIF Non Hip (Complex)
  • Cost Breakdown
On average, it costs $968 for Dina's treatment
Hospital Fees
$248
Medical Staff
$359
Medication
$52
Supplies
$283
Labs
$13
Radiology
$13

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Samson

Samson is a widower and father of a 9-year-old child. He works as a laborer at a garage washing cars to support himself and his child. A few years ago, Samson started experiencing epigastric pain and discomfort, and could not keep down his food. He has sought treatment at other hospitals before, but to no avail. A few weeks ago, Samson's condition worsened and his brother helped him seek care with our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare. Doctors there conducted an endoscopy and found that the cause of Samson's symptoms was gastric obstruction due to pyloric stenosis, a narrowing of the opening from the stomach into the small intestine. If left untreated, Samson will continue to experience pain. His symptoms may also worsen, leading to dehydration, weight loss, and an overall decreased quality of life. Surgeons have recommended a laparotomy to treat Samson's condition. Fortunately, Samson is scheduled for surgery on March 13th with the help of African Mission Healthcare. Samson needs help raising $788 to fund the cost of his procedure. After surgery, not only will Samson's quality of life improve, but he will also be able to care for himself and his child. “I have been unable to care for myself and my child, becoming a burden to my family. The pain is also too much and I am afraid my wife went through the same and died. I plead for support so that I may be treated and get back to my normal life. I am also the only hope of my child,” said Samson.

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$50raised
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