Chantal is a fifteen-year-old girl living in the Dominican Republic.  

She was born premature and was immediately referred to an ENT physician. After testing and treatment in speciality hosptitals, Chantal was diagnosed with deafness.  

In order to support Chantal and her three other children, Chantal's mother traveled two hours to work each day while the older siblings took responsibility for Chantal at home. Although there were financial struggles and many difficult times, Chantal's family was grateful for her life. 

Then one day, Chantal was introduced to One World Surgery and she was finally fitted for the hearing aids she needed. Now, Chantal is in the 7th grade at a special school near her home. She loves math and painting and one day wants to work in a beauty salon.  

Chantal is smart and active in school and despite the difficulties they have faced as a family, they are grateful for her life. They are extremely grateful to One World Sugery for caring for Chantal.