Meet Mario

Success! Mario from the Philippines raised $332 to fund a mass removal.

Photo of Mario post-operation
$332
raised
$0
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Fully funded
Mario's treatment was fully funded on February 28, 2017.
  • Mario's story
  • Mario's update
January 5, 2017
March 13, 2017

The mass on his neck was removed. After surgery, he experienced some pain, which was managed with painkillers. Mario is now recovering well....

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Mario's Timeline

  • January 5, 2017
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Mario was submitted by Krishiel Ferenal, National Health Officer at International Care Ministries

  • January 10, 2017
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Mario received treatment at Gov Celestino Gallares Memorial Hospital Keep Mindy in the Philippines. 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.

  • January 13, 2017
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Mario's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • February 28, 2017
    FULLY FUNDED

    Mario's treatment was fully funded.

  • March 13, 2017
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Mario's treatment was successful. Read the update

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Ryan is a hardworking father from the Philippines. He is the family's only regular income earner, supporting his children who are currently studying while covering most of their daily needs and household expenses. His wife stays at home to care for their children and occasionally takes on small jobs when opportunities arise to supplement the family's income. Ryan enjoys playing basketball, a sport he has loved for many years, and still plays with his co-workers whenever they have free time as a way to stay active and unwind. Two years ago, Ryan began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain. Ryan was diagnosed with gallstones and has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, his symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Ryan is scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy on September 19th. A portion of the procedure's cost is being covered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,031 to cover the cost of Ryan's surgery and care. "Thank you very much for helping me and other people who need surgery. The assistance you provide is a great help because we cannot afford the high cost of the operation. We are truly grateful that you are helping many people who are in need," says Ryan.

$511raised
$520to go