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Ephantus from Kenya raised $1,451 to fund fracture repair surgery.

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$1,451 raised, $0 to go

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Ephantus's treatment was fully funded on January 4, 2019.

Ephantus's story
Ephantus's update

Photo of Ephantus post-operation

February 12, 2019

Ephantus underwent fracture repair surgery.

The surgery reduced chances on further complications, such as total disability. He hopes to recover fully.

Ephantus says, “Thank you for the care and support. I am grateful for the support offered and hope that soon I will be able to walk with ease and provide for my family.”

The surgery reduced chances on further complications, such as total disability. He hopes to recover fully. Ephantus says, “Thank you for ...

October 26, 2018

Ephantus is a father of two children from Kenya. In September 2016, he was in a bad road accident. He has already undergone three surgeries to treat his injuries. However, he still has an unhealed fracture on his left tibia.

Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On November 15, Ephantus will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,451 to fund this procedure.

Ephantus says, “My prayer is to be able to walk with ease and help my wife raise our family.”

Ephantus is a father of two children from Kenya. In September 2016, he was in a bad road accident. He has already undergone three surgeries ...

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Ephantus's case was submitted by Joan Kadagaya at African Mission Healthcare Foundation in Kenya.

Ephantus's Timeline

October 26, 2018
PROFILE SUBMITTED
Ephantus was submitted by Joan Kadagaya, Curative Medical Support Program-Partner Representative at African Mission Healthcare Foundation, our medical partner in Kenya.
October 26, 2018
PROFILE PUBLISHED
Ephantus's profile was published to start raising funds.
November 23, 2018
TREATMENT OCCURRED
Ephantus received treatment at AIC Kijabe Hospital. 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 04, 2019
FULLY FUNDED
Ephantus's treatment was fully funded.
February 12, 2019
TREATMENT UPDATE
We received an update on Ephantus. Read the update.

Funded by 36 donors

Funded by 36 donors

Treatment

ORIF Non Hip - Complex

Cost Breakdown

On average, it costs $1,451 for Ephantus's treatment

Hospital Fees

$1,287

Medical Staff

Medication

$73

Supplies

Labs

$64

Other

$27

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