October 16, 2018
Chhun is a fourth grade student from Cambodia. She has two younger sisters. She likes to go for walks and play with her sisters.
When she was an infant, she accidentally burned her foot on a fire. Burn scar contractures have developed, tightening the skin around her burn. It is difficult for her to wear shoes and walk normally.
When Chhun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, she traveled for five hours seeking treatment. On October 17, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to to help her walk easily again. Now, she needs help to fund this $448 procedure.
Her father says, “I hope my daughter’s surgery goes well and she can walk easily.”
Chhun is a fourth grade student from Cambodia. She has two younger sisters. She likes to go for walks and play with her sisters.
When she...
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October 26, 2018
Chhun underwent burn repair surgery.
Chhun’s surgery went well and she’s been working with the physiotherapy team to improve the mobility and function in her toes. Surgery will allow Chhun to greatly improve her quality of life and allow her to walk without pain.
Her mother says, “I am very happy that my daughter can bend her fingers again. Many thanks for all of the support.”
Chhun's surgery went well and she's been working with the physiotherapy team to improve the mobility and function in her toes. Surgery will ...
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