Bona is a ten-year-old boy in grade four from Cambodia, who enjoys reading books, playing games, and watching television.
When Bona was only six months old, his left foot and lower leg were burned in a mosquito net fire. His left foot remains deformed due to the fire, and his toes were amputated as a result. Now, his leg still has burn contractures, and it is difficult for him to bend his leg. These often result from second or third degree burns and long term scarring.
Bona traveled six hours with his mother to reach Watsi’s medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, for treatment.
Surgeons will release the contracted skin and utilize skin grafts or flaps to help him heal - a treatment that will cost $194. After physiotherapy, Bona will easily be able to move around with no issues.
“I hope I can walk well and not be in pain after this operation,” shares Bona.