Khem is a 78-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He has three sons and eight grandchildren. His wife died three years ago, so he currently lives with his son, who is also a farmer. He shared that in his spare time, he likes to listen to monks pray on the radio and read his bible.
Seven years ago, Khem developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him blurry vision and photophobia. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Khem learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for two-and-a-half hours seeking treatment. On October 5th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
Khem said, “I hope after surgery I can see much better and help my son with his work again.”