Surgery
Support

Surgery Support

Kamath Foundation is committed to the well-being of every common man irrespective of economic status, race, and religious background, with the main focus areas being health and education.

Under its flagship Cancer Surgery Support Programme, Kamath Foundation, with its extensive outreach programme, has successfully reached out to underprivileged sections of society in need of cancer surgeries. The foundation helps arrange quick, effective, and valuable treatments on time. The support to beneficiary families goes beyond financial assistance, providing a swift response and timely intervention as a last-mile funder. The objective of the programme is to arrange subsidised surgeries for various types of cancers to ensure positive health outcomes.

Kamath Foundation has propagated its helpline number (7057070928) to key stakeholders, including Community Development Officers, Doctors, Health Workers, Medical Officers, Anganwadi-Sevika. Upon identifying underprivileged backgrounds who need hospitalization and surgery support, they are referred to the Kamath helpline, which acts as a guidance and counselling centre. Kamath Foundation conducts due diligence to verify the economic background of the family, the medical history of the person in need, and the prescribed line of treatment and cost, helping to collect funds for cancer surgeries.

Need For the Programme

The National Health Profile (2017), published by the Central Bureau of Health Intelligence, and states that about a quarter of all rural households and one in five urban families in India are forced into debt or the sale of assets to meet hospitalisation costs. There is a significant gap between the demand and supply of secondary and tertiary Public Healthcare. More than 95% of these deaths can be prevented with access to good healthcare. It is therefore imperative to provide the poor with access to quality healthcare. The Pew Research Centre, using World Bank data, has estimated that the poor population in India has more than doubled to 134 million from 60 million in just a year due to the pandemic-induced recession.

Objectives

Kamath Foundation’s Cancer Surgery Support Programme seeks to connect with people from disadvantaged sections of society with public and private healthcare providers to offer them affordable, timely, and quality healthcare.

Our Goal

To save a human life through timely medical intervention.

For Whom

Economically weak families who need life-saving surgeries and therapy.

How

By providing financial aid for surgeries and therapies.

The Beneficiary Approval Process

  1.  Helpline and Initial Guidance: The Patient Welfare Officer mans the 24/7 dedicated helpline, which acts as the guidance and counselling centre for their families in need.
  2. Assessment of Socio-Economic and Medical Status: The Patient Welfare Officer reviews the socio-economic status and medical history of the applicant.
  3. Medical Review: The medical history of the patient is communicated to the Medical Director.
  4.  Contribution and Funding: Kamath Foundation acts as a last-mile funder by providing the remaining amount needed for the treatment. In rare cases, Kamath Foundation may cover the entire cost of treatment depending on the treatment cost and the family’s economic situation.
  5.  Approval Process: The Medical Director and Medical Committee members assess the history of the ailing patient and their socio-economic status to approve Kamath Foundation’s financial support.
  6.  Acknowledgement and Payment: After approval from the National Medical Director, the hospital is requested to acknowledge receipt of payments to maintain an audit trail.

Frequently Asked Questions

Eligibility is based on financial need, medical necessity, and the availability of funds. We primarily support underprivileged individuals who lack access to adequate healthcare resources. Each case is evaluated individually.

To apply, please fill out our online application form or visit our office. You will need to provide medical records, a doctor’s recommendation, and proof of financial need. Our team will review your application and contact you for further steps.

We cover a wide range of surgeries, including but not limited to, cardiac surgery, orthopedic surgery, cataract surgery, and general surgeries. The specific type of surgery must be deemed necessary by a certified medical professional.

The approval process can take anywhere from a few days to a couple of weeks, depending on the urgency of the surgery and the completeness of your application. We prioritize emergency cases to ensure timely support.

Yes, we offer post-surgery care support, including follow-up consultations, medication, and rehabilitation services, as needed. Our goal is to ensure a full recovery for each patient.

We welcome volunteers who are passionate about making a difference. You can assist in various ways, such as fundraising, providing patient support, or helping with administrative tasks. Please visit our Volunteer page to learn more and sign up.