Phoeun is a 78-year-old farmer from Cambodia. He has two sons, five daughters, and many grandchildren. Phoeun mostly stays home from the rice field now to plant vegetables around his house and take care of his grandchildren. He enjoys reading the Buddha book, listening to monks preaching on the radio, and watching Khmer boxing on TV.
Three years ago, Phoeun developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him photophobia, itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.
When Phoeun learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he traveled with his daughter seeking treatment. On January 8th, doctors will perform a small incision 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.
Phoeun said, “I hope after surgery I can see better so I can read well, join ceremonies at the pagoda, and drive my motorbike to bring my grandchildren to school.”