Prathamesh's family prevented an 'avoidable' blindness from affecting his life with a simple, timely eye examination.

1. Prathamesh's family prevented an
'avoidable' blindness from affecting
his life with a simple, timely eye
examination.

2. One year old Prathamesh was referred to the Tulsi Chanrai Eye
Hospital, a MFV partner, by his local doctor when the child did
not respond to visual stimulii like other children of his age.

3. His family brought him to the hospital knowing the high quality
of eye care provided. Prathamesh was diagnosed with congenital
cataract in both eyes. He underwent surgery immediately.

4. Prathamesh will have regained his vision in his left eye and
soon his right eye will also be operated upon.