December 21, 2016
Fred is a 25-year-old man from Kenya. He has two other brothers, a plumber and a motorcycle operator. His single mother tends to their small farm to earn a living. Fred and his mother live together on their ancestral land.
On December 20, Fred fell from a tank from which he was drawing water. He sustained a femur fracture and was rushed to our medical partner’s hospital. He underwent an X-ray and is scheduled to undergo an open reduction internal fixation procedure on December 22.
Fred’s family contributed $260 to his care, but they need help to pay his remaining $1,451 medical bill.
“I want to be well,” says Fred, “to continue earning a living and probably start my own family.”
Fred is a 25-year-old man from Kenya. He has two other brothers, a plumber and a motorcycle operator. His single mother tends to their small...
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April 10, 2017
Fred underwent fracture repair surgery.
Fred’s treatment was successful. According to his clinical records and discharge notes, Fred is recovering well and is able to walk with only one crutch. His strength is good, and he is set to continue with physiotherapy sessions.
It turns out that Fred’s family was able to raise enough money to pay for surgery. This means he did not require Watsi funding.
Fred’s treatment was successful. According to his clinical records and discharge notes, Fred is recovering well and is able to walk with onl...
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