October 18, 2023
Savoeun is a 64-year-old loving grandmother. She is recently widowed and lives in Kandal province. She has one son and two grandchildren that she sees often, as they live in the same village. In her free time, she likes listening to Buddhist prayers on the radio and cooking for her family.
About one year ago, Savoeun developed a cataract in her left eye. When Savoeun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. On October 18, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure.
She told us, “I hope I can have surgery so I can see around my house, and my family won’t worry about me anymore. I want to be able to help look after my grandchildren.”
Savoeun is a 64-year-old loving grandmother. She is recently widowed and lives in Kandal province. She has one son and two grandchildren tha...
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April 4, 2024
Savoeun underwent sight-restoring eye surgery.
One week after surgery, Savoeun is delighted at how well she can see! Her son is happy that she can do things without difficulty, and he doesn’t have to worry about her vision loss anymore. Savoeun plans to visit her grandchildren and cook for them more often, which will help keep her socially active.
Savoeun shared, “I am so thankful I was able to receive this treatment. I will be able to see better than before and not be alone. Thank you to the staff and the people who help the hospital so Cambodians like me can have a good life.”
One week after surgery, Savoeun is delighted at how well she can see! Her son is happy that she can do things without difficulty, and he doe...
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