2012 Medical Projects
Lots of Cleft Surgeries
April 2012- Eleven babies/children are being prepared for cleft surgeries this month. How blessed we are to help in the healing of Micheal, Josh, Emma, Danny, Willie, Abby, Yancy, Bennett, Asher, Theo and Eli.
     
  
Heart Surgery
March 2012- Born with a congenital heart defect, baby Cheryl is now ready for surgery to make the necessary corrections. Hope's Heart is pleased to play a part in making her surgery possible.
March UPDATE- Cheryl had successful surgery and is recovering nicely.
Cleft Palate Surgery
March 2012- Plans are being made for Almudena to receive cleft palate repair surgery. This adorable 3 year old had her cleft lip repaired in 2011. Now she is being blessed with repair on her open palate as well.
Club Foot Casting
February 2012- The wait is over and Kenny will soon be given the chance to have his club foot aligned so that he can walk and eventually run and play with the other children.
Bladder Surgery
February 2012- Before too long, sweet Alex will be given the gift of surgery to repair his bladder. We are blessed to play a small part in this little guys healing. March UDPATE- Alex had his surgery and is now is the recovery process. 
One More Cleft Surgery
February 2012- Let's add one more sweetie, Jacob, to the list of little ones who will soon have surgery to repair their cleft lip.
Four Cleft Lip Surgeries
January 2012- We couldn't think of a better way to start off the new year except to release funding for 4 more babies to receive healing through cleft lip surgery. Lucy and Emmet received their successful surgery in early January and are already on the road to recovery. We're hoping to see Malia and Elliott scheduled for their surgery next month.
February 2012- Malia and Elliott hd their surgery this month.
   
 
2011 Medical Projects
Intestinal Surgery
December 2011- Baby Gabe was born with a life threatening intestinal blockage that required immediate surgery. Thankfully, he was able to be transported to the hospital and received the surgery to save his life. He is reported in stable condition.
January UPDATE- Precious baby Gabe was so frail. Sadly, he passed away. Now in the arms of Jesus, there is no more pain or suffering.
Hernia Surgery
December 2011- Baby Yancy was hospitalized this month for hernia surgery. The surgery went well, and she is now recovering and being closely monitored. Once she is health enough, Yancy will also need surgery to repair her cleft lip.
Tendon Release Surgery
December 2011- We are pleased to play a part in giving Ty the surgery he needs to help with his balanced walking and weight bearing on his legs.
Three Cleft Repairs
November 2011- Baby Brice might not think surgery is a 'gift' to him, but it really is. Brice had his cleft lip repaired this month. Soon he will be feeling better and show off his beautiful new smile.
Nancy [palate] and Alejandra [lip] are being funded for their surgeries as well. We are grateful to the Hope's Heart donors who are making these life-changing surgeries possible.
  
December UPDATE- Nancy is recovering from her late December palate surgery! Brice is fully recovered and feeling great!
Two Cleft Lip Surgeries
October 2011- Before too long this sweet baby girl, Ashlynn, and baby boy, Blaise, will have a new lip and a new smile. Funding has been released to cover the costs associated with their repairs.
November UPDATE- Blaise had a successful surgery and his repair looked wonderful. Unfortunately, one side of the sutures gave out a week later and the lip opened. Blaise will recover for a number of months before having the one side repaired again.
 
Cleft Lip Repair
September 2011- Sweet little Max will soon have the opportunity to have his cleft lip repaired.
October UPDATE- Surgery is completed and baby Max's lip looks wonderful.
 
Heart Catherization and Surgery
September 2011- An echo-cardiogram revealed that Lenore Jean's heart will require surgery. A heart catherization is needed, and it will diagnose the extent of damage and what surgery will be required. Please keep this baby girl in your prayers.
October UPDATE- After some time in the hospital for a respiratory infection, Lenore Jean is back to her foster family awaiting arrangements to be made for continued heart testing and surgery.
November UPDATE- Baby Lenore Jean has been released from ICU to the regular hospital ward after undergoing successful heart surgery. We rejoice in this healing repair and the future she will have because of it.
December UDPATE- Praises! Lenore Jean has been discharged from the hospital and is being carefully monitored [and loved] by her foster mother.
Palate Repair
August 2011- Earlier this year Rhys had his cleft lip repaired. This month he was able to have his palate repair sugery. He is recovering nicely. Neil is also having his palate repair this month.
August UPDATE- Surgery on both boys was successful!
 
3 More Cleft Surgeries
July 2011- We delight in seeing more and more cleft affected babies/toddlers given the chance for repair of their lips and/or palates. Funding has helped defray the cost of surgery for Eli, Whitney and Q Long.
  
Cleft Lip Surgery
June 2011- Baby Scotty is being sponsored to receive life-changing cleft lip surgery.
June UPDATE- Just look at the amazing difference Scotty's surgery has made.
 
Hernia Surgery and Club Foot Casting
May 2011- This adorable little guy, Landon, is being provided the funding to cover hernia surgery as well as club foot casting. He is presently in the hospital for the hernia surgery and will begin treatment to correct his clubbed feet after he is fully recovered from the surgery.
 May UPDATE- Landon did beautifully through his hernia surgery, and is resting for awhile and adjusting to his new environment in preparation of the months of casting treatments to begin.
August UPDATE- Always happy, Landon doesn't seem the least bit concerned that there are casts on both of his legs. What a precious little guy!
Immunizations
May 2011- Childhood immunizations offer protection from potential diseases that can attack their bodies. This month funding has been released to cover all the childhood immunization costs for Luke and Willie.
 
Cleft Surgery
April 2011- Funding this month is helping with costs associated with cleft lip repair for Rhys and cleft palate repair for Liv. Rhys has received his surgery, and Liv will be scheduled soon.
 
May UPDATE- Liv has had her surgery and is recovering well.
Blood Transfusion
April 2011- Little Wendy suffers froma blood disorder which requires regular blood transfusions. This month we are assisting with the funding to help provide Wendy with treatment to restore her energy level and appetite.
Cleft Surgery Assistance
March 2011- Three new children are receiving assistance to have the surgery necessary to repair their cleft lip... Charlie, Shelley, and Almudena. All three children reside in the same village in a very rural setting with poor roads far from any hospitals. The assistance will provide the funds needed to transport the children and their nannies to a hospital. Also included in the funding is the costs associated with caregiving during the time away from their orphanage.
April UPDATE- Charlie, Shelley and Almudena have had their surgery and are recovering nicely.
  
  
Another Cleft Surgery
February 2011- With every new cleft surgery sponsorship, another baby is given a new freedom in life for improved digestion, hearing and speech. Little Hannah should be ready to undergo surgery in the next couple months. What a life changing gift this will be to her.
 
June UPDATE- Hannah has made it through cleft surgery with flying colors and her lip looks fantastic. She is also beginning to take her first independent steps.
Cleft Surgery
February 2011- As soon as baby Joseph is strong enough, his cleft lip repair will be scheduled. This surgery will make a remarkable difference for this little guy's health and give him a new smile.
 
March Update- Joseph did well with both the surgery and recovery.
Nebulizer
January 2011- Congestion, pneumonia, and other respiratory issues can be aided with the use of a nebulizer on frail little ones. A new nebulizer has been purchased for use in a special care unit for at risk babies. Although we wish they didn't need it, we're glad the machine is available when needed to help restore healthy breathing.
First Cleft Lip Surgery of 2011
January 2011- Sweet baby Morgan is the first baby of 2011 to be sponsored for her cleft lip surgery. With continued weight gain and good health, Morgan should be ready for surgery in March.
March UPDATE- Morgan had a successful cleft lip repair and is now recovering.
 
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