Success! Francis from Kenya raised $1,185 to fund a surgery to fix his leg after a bad motorbike accident.

Francis
$1,185
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$0
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Fully funded
Francis's treatment was fully funded on March 4, 2023.
  • Francis's story
  • Francis's update
February 15, 2023

Photo of Francis post-operation

March 25, 2023

Francis underwent a surgery to fix his leg after a bad motorbike accident.

Francis underwent successful surgery, and is now undergoing wound care as he heals. There is a possibility of getting additional surgery lat...

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Francis's Timeline

  • February 15, 2023
    PROFILE SUBMITTED

    Francis was submitted by Ruth Kanyeria, SAFE Program Coordinator at African Mission Healthcare.

  • February 16, 2023
    TREATMENT OCCURRED

    Francis received treatment at AIC Kijabe Hospital in Kenya. 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.

  • March 1, 2023
    PROFILE PUBLISHED

    Francis's profile was published to start raising funds.

  • March 4, 2023
    FULLY FUNDED

    Francis's treatment was fully funded.

  • March 25, 2023
    TREATMENT UPDATE

    Francis's treatment was successful. Read the update.

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Peter, a 27-year-old, earns a living as a sales representative specializing in selling computer accessories. His income primarily stems from commissions earned through this endeavor. However, his earnings have been insufficient to cover the costs of his required surgery. Currently residing with his parents, both engaged in casual labor – his father on construction sites and his mother in various manual occupations – Peter finds himself in a challenging financial situation. As the eldest among three siblings, he carries the responsibility of being the firstborn. Unfortunately, he has no medical insurance to alleviate the impending medical expenses. On August 5th, Peter was involved in an accident that caused a fracture on his left leg and left him immobile. He has a broken tibia bone that can only be treated through surgery. He has been scheduled for a fracture surgery, where the orthopedic doctors plan to insert a nail to help the bone heal without a deformity. Yet, he cannot raise the required amount for the procedure. Currently, he can get by with the help of crutches and occasional support from relatives. Thankfully, the skilled surgeons at our medical partner's facilities, African Mission Healthcare, are ready to assist. Scheduled for August 9th, Peter is set to undergo a fracture repair intervention known as open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). This surgical process aims to restore his ability to walk comfortably and reduce the pain stemming from the fracture. He is currently reaching out for your assistance in raising the required $1,500 to cover the expenses associated with this intervention. Peter says, “A few days ago, I was well. Suddenly, I am unable to work because of the injury. I hope to go back to work once I get the surgery.”

$739raised
$761to go