Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children

by Fundacion Patronato Maria Auxiliadora
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children
Life-Changing Surgeries for Colombian children

Project Report | Oct 2, 2025
Aliani's First Step Toward Hope

By Veronica Gartner | Project Leader

Ailani's journey

At just 2 years old, little Ailani Baena from Medellín, Colombia, faced a challenge that no child should endure — walking was difficult due to Talipes Equinovarus (clubfoot).

After many struggles within the public health system, her family finally found the support they had been searching for. Thanks to the generosity and compassion of people like you, Ailani received the surgery and care she desperately needed.

Today, she is beginning a new chapter — with therapy, regular checkups, and above all, a future filled with hope, joy, and endless possibilities.

Thank you for helping us change lives and for being part of Ailani’s journey.

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Con tan solo 2 años, la pequeña Ailani Baena de Medellín, Colombia, enfrentaba un reto que ningún niño debería vivir: caminar era difícil debido a un diagnóstico de pie equino varo (Talipes Equinovarus).

Después de muchos intentos fallidos en el sistema de salud público, su familia finalmente encontró el apoyo que tanto necesitaba. Gracias a la generosidad y la compasión de personas como tú, Ailani recibió la cirugía y el cuidado que tanto esperaba.

Hoy comienza un nuevo capítulo: con terapias, controles regulares y, sobre todo, un futuro lleno de esperanza, alegría y posibilidades infinitas.

Gracias por ayudarnos a cambiar vidas y por ser parte del camino de Ailani

 

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Fundacion Patronato Maria Auxiliadora

Location: Medellin, Antioquia - Colombia
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Project Leader:
Natalia Misas J.
Executive Director
Medellin , Antioquia Colombia

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