May 4, 2020
Koem is a 64-year-old monk from Cambodia. He has one daughter, three sons, and four grandchildren. Koem has been a monk for ten years. He likes reading the Buddhist books and having time to meditate.
One year ago, Koem developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Koem learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled for three and a half hours seeking treatment. On May 4th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure.
“I hope that I can see everything better so I can read books, join the Buddhist ceremonies, and even travel to join ceremonies in far away villages,” Koem said.
Koem is a 64-year-old monk from Cambodia. He has one daughter, three sons, and four grandchildren. Koem has been a monk for ten years. He li...
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June 19, 2020
Koem underwent sight-restoring cataract surgery.
Koem’s surgery was successful! His doctors removed the cataract in his right eye that was causing him blurry vision and making it difficult for him to walk. He can now see clearly and go anywhere outside. He will also be able to see his daughter, three sons, and four grandchildren. His quality of life has improved significantly and he can now read his Buddhist books. He was discharged from our medical partner’s care facility with eye drops and a followup appointment has been scheduled for him at their clinic.
His son shared, “I feel very happy that my dad can see clearly after his operation. He will be able to focus on his reading, travel easily wherever he wishes to go, and attend to his duties as a monk.”
Koem's surgery was successful! His doctors removed the cataract in his right eye that was causing him blurry vision and making it difficult ...
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