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DEREK
ERIC LUNA
Hi, my name is Derek Hernandez and I am 9 years old. I was born with a condition called Congenital Arthrogryposis which affects my muscular and skeletal system. What does that mean? It means that for the 9 years of my life I have never been able to walk, run, swim or play baseball with my friends. I have lived my life getting around in my scooter since I don’t want to be in a wheel chair. I was born in the Dominican Republic so my mom and dad moved our family to the united states to find a doctor that will perform the surgeries that I need to be able to live my life as an independent boy that can walk to school and play sports.
My parents have been working non-stop, taking me to all sorts of specialists in many states all which have suggested we see Dr. Fernando Noriega in Madrid, Spain.
Here’s where you guys come in. I went to Spain with my parents to consult with Dr. Noriega and finally, after 9 years we heard great news! Dr. Noriega assures us that after a series of surgeries and months of physical therapy I will finally be able to walk for the first time. The surgeries needed and the months of physical training all amount to $150,000. My parents are still adjusting to the United States and have nowhere near the amount of money needed for my surgeries. Dr. Noriega said that I am still in time to have the surgery but he stressed how difficult and maybe impossible my surgery might be if we wait much longer.
My dream is to feel like every other boy in my school. We feel like time is running out and we need your help. Any amount helps and I am so grateful.
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