Frank is a farmer from Malawi. He recently traveled to our medical partner’s care center, Kabudula Community Hospital. Kabudula is a rural community outside of the capital city of Lilongwe. The health catchment area serves roughly 350,000 people, but the health centers and the hospital are often poorly stocked and staffed. One of Frank’s teeth has been causing him bothersome symptoms. Diet is an issue for dental health in Malawi, where sugarcane is prevalent. Also, there is little to no oral health education in Malawi and limited access to a dental professional. In fact, there are fewer than 20 dentists across the country. Fortunately, a visiting dentist will perform a dental extraction. A dental extraction is a simple procedure with few risks, and it will result in a significant reduction in his symptoms. Frank is scheduled to undergo treatment on July 18. Our medical partner, World Altering Medicine, is requesting just $28 to fund the procedure.
Success! Frank from Malawi raised $28 to fund a dental extraction.
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- $28 raised, $0 to go
- Frank's story
- Frank's update
Frank underwent a dental extraction.
Frank’s extraction was a success. He will now be free from tooth pain.
He says, “Thank you.”
Frank's Timeline
- July 18, 2017PROFILE SUBMITTED
Frank was submitted by Sadie Bazur-Leidy, Director of Operations at World Altering Medicine.
- July 18, 2017TREATMENT OCCURRED
Frank received treatment at Kabudula Rural Community Hospital in Malawi. 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.
- July 24, 2017PROFILE PUBLISHED
Frank's profile was published to start raising funds.
- August 25, 2017FULLY FUNDED
Frank's treatment was fully funded.
Funded by 1 donor
Treatment
Dental Extraction
- Cost Breakdown
On average, it costs $28 for Frank's treatment
Hospital Fees
$26
Medical Staff
$0
Medication
$2
Supplies
$0