In early November 2022, Live Again received a case involving 9-year-old H.L., who was diagnosed with a brain tumor. In Vietnam, the tumor could not be biopsied due to equipment being sealed, which prevented the continuation of necessary treatment, leaving the family deeply worried.
Upon learning about Live Again—an agency that supports patients seeking treatment in Korea—the family reached out for advice regarding their child’s condition. After reviewing the child’s medical documents, Live Again arranged for a Remote Examination with doctors at Asan Hospital. Through this examination, the doctors re-read the baby’s MRI results, analyzed the condition, and provided an appropriate treatment plan for her.
At that time, the family was deeply concerned about seeking treatment in a foreign country, especially with the financial burden, as they were not well-off. However, with the hope of seeing their daughter as healthy as other children her age, the family made the decision to proceed with treatment at Asan Hospital.
After the decision was made, Live Again supported the patient by assisting with medical visa procedures and guiding the family through the visa application process. With Asan Hospital’s endorsement and Live Again’s support, the patient successfully obtained a medical visa. In addition, Live Again helped the family purchase plane tickets, find accommodation near the hospital for outpatient treatment, and arrange airport shuttle services for the patient.
After arriving at Asan Hospital, the mother and child were greeted by Live Again’s coordinator team, who assisted them with the hospital admission procedures. “Thanks to Live Again’s two Vietnamese interpreters, I feel much more secure,” shared Ms. H., the patient’s mother.
The presiding doctor was the same one who conducted the remote examination, so he was already familiar with the child’s condition. Throughout the hospital visits, Live Again’s coordinator accompanied the family to provide translation services. Following the biopsy, the doctor decided to proceed with chemotherapy using a CyberKnife. With Asan Hospital’s state-of-the-art equipment and the benefits of CyberKnife radiotherapy, the patient experienced minimal scarring on the head, fewer side effects, and a quicker procedure time.
After only about a month, the child was discharged and returned to Vietnam.
Ms. H. shared, “At first, I was worried about everything. But after arriving here, the staff took care of us and gave us a lot of peace of mind. When I return to Vietnam, I will tell everyone about Asan Hospital and introduce them to Live Again so more people can know about it. My daughter and I are deeply grateful.”
Hearing such kind words, Live Again feels fortunate to have been part of the child’s successful treatment and return. We are happy to have contributed, even in a small way, to her recovery story.
