Alan Doherty
June 12th, 2007A quick note to say good luck to Alan Doherty. Alan, a student at Letterkenny Vocational School, is currently in America undergoing a unique, life-changing operation. Alan was born without a Lower Jaw, and surgeons at the Mount Sinai Medical Centre are working to give him a Mandible and Lower Jaw.
His case has brought attention around the world. I’ve found numerous reports online from America news sources, and this video report from Indian Television. You can read reports on the websites of The Donegal News, The Letterkenny Post, Channel 4 (UK), WCBS (USA) and many other outlets.
Alan’s operations will cost over $100,000. His family and friends have put in a huge effort to date to raise funds, an effort which will continue for some time. In particular, I’d like to congratulate Alan’s fellow students at the Vocational School for all their efforts.
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October 12th, 2007 at 5:56 pm
[...] Alan returns to the USA this week for the second in a serious of operations. His treatment involves taking a piece of his hip-bone and transplanting it to his chin, in various stages. The treatment has received much attention from around the world, from the USA to India. I linked to some of the sources on this post back in June. [...]
October 13th, 2007 at 11:15 pm
Hello,
I would like to say to Alan that myself and my family are thinking and praying for him. TV3 was the link to where I saw/heard of Alan. This is a special week for him and I feel very positive for him. He is an exceptional person, as the strength of charachter shines through.
Best Wishes,
Finola, in Dublin
October 16th, 2007 at 12:22 pm
Alan
It was last week when i saw you on TV3 and ever since i have thought of you everyday and especially today the tomorrow (Wed 17th October) as you will be having your operation. I am praying all goes well for you and your parents this week, i think you are a very strong and special person. Best of Luck tomorrow and i will kept you and your family in my prayers. May all your wishes come through.
God Bless and Good Luck
Beverley
December 12th, 2007 at 11:26 pm
To whomever reads this,
ok ..i just want to say really really late, that uhmn well. I’ve been following Alan’s story quite closely. I hope his operation went well in June. And also i wanted to say that I was born without a jaw as well. =( kinda wish i could get in contact with Alan since he is the only other person i know in the world besides me who was born without a jaw. =\ i dont know if this will work or if people will believe me on this. I could send you a picture if u wanted me to prove it though =). I’m 19 years old and in College in the USA.
Good luck Alan with your upcoming surgeries.
your Friend,
Kate Glatfelter