Se is a 53-year-old police officer from Cambodia. He lives in Takeo province with his wife and teenage son. Se has been working with the police for more than twenty years. In his spare time, he likes spending time with his family, and growing vegetables and herbs in his garden. Nine years ago, Se was diagnosed with diabetes. About two years ago, he noticed a wound on his right foot. He has been diagnosed with a diabetic foot ulcer, an open sore or wound that is common in patients with diabetes and is commonly located on the bottom of the foot. He experiences pain and discomfort, and the wound is infected. When Se learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. Fortunately, CSC can help. On September 11, surgeons at CSC will perform a plantar flap and skin graft procedure to cover the wound and prevent further damage. During the procedure, the surgeon will carefully remove healthy tissue from a nearby area of the foot or from another part of the body. The flap will then be carefully positioned over the damaged on the foot. The surgeon will connect the blood vessels of the flap to those in the recipient area using microsurgical techniques. This allows the flap to receive the necessary oxygen and nutrients for healing. Once the flap is in place and the blood supply is established, the surgical site will be closed with sutures or other closure techniques. Hopefully this will repair the damaged tissue, promote healing, and enable Se to walk comfortably again. Now, he needs help to fund this $673 procedure. He is eager to be healthy and active again. Se shared, "I hope I can walk again without pain."

Sokhem, a 21-year-old garment factory worker, lives in Kampong Speu with her family. Her parents are rice farmers, and she dedicates long hours at a nearby clothing factory to support them. When she's not working, Sokhem cherishes spending time with her four siblings and friends from work. She was born with a condition that caused frequent dislocation of her left knee. Over the past three months, her pain has intensified, rendering her unable to carry out everyday tasks. When Sokhem learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she embarked on a two-hour journey in search of treatment. On June 7th, CSC's surgeons will conduct a patella alignment procedure to enhance her leg function and alleviate the pain. This intervention aims to stabilize her left knee, restoring her left leg's range of mobility without discomfort. Sokhem requires assistance in funding the $600 procedure. She shared, "I hope I can have surgery so I won't be in pain anymore and I can go to work and improve my walking."

Sera is a bright nine-year-old 2nd grader. He resides in Kratie province alongside his parents and three siblings. His parents are rice farmers, and he attends a nearby school. Sera finds pleasure in his studies, particularly in activities like writing the alphabet and learning about history. In his free time, he likes playing with friends and getting donuts from a street cart near his school. Since birth, Sera has had a congenital nevus, a growing discoloration on his nose. This has been growing over the past three years, as is typical with congenital nevi during a child's development. Lately, Sera has been feeling embarrassed at school and believes that others are constantly looking at him. Fortunately, a simple procedure can remove it and help him feel confident. Sera's family traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment planned for June 13th. Now, Sera's family needs help to raise $273 to fund this procedure. His mother shared, "I hope my son can feel better and go back to school soon. I don't want to worry that it will keep getting bigger or that my son is feeling sad."