Meet Wil John

Success! Wil John from the Philippines raised $268 to fund malnutrition treatment.

Photo of Wil John post-operation
$268
raised
$0
to go
Fully funded
Wil John's treatment was fully funded on December 4, 2016.
  • Wil John's story
  • Wil John's update
October 19, 2016
February 28, 2017

He grew to reach a normal height and weight. He also has an increased appetite and more energy. His family says, "You have helped us a lo...

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Wil John's Timeline

  • October 19, 2016
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Wil John was submitted by Eleonor Dalman, Dipolog TPC at International Care Ministries

  • October 20, 2016
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Wil John received treatment at Home-based malnutrition intervention program in Guatemala. 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.

  • November 16, 2016
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Wil John's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • December 4, 2016
    FULLY FUNDED

    Wil John's treatment was fully funded.

  • February 28, 2017
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Wil John's treatment was successful. Read the update

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