updated August 4th
Friends of James Budrow
On Sunday, June 21, Our friend and neighbour, James was in an accident that seriously injured his left foot. He was airlifted to hospital and after undergoing three surgeries at Kingston General Hospital, James was transferred to CHEO and, along with his family and medical team, made the decision to undergo a transtibial (below-knee) amputation which took place on Wednesday, July 1.
James is a resilient, strong and active 14 year old boy. His injuries, although heartbreakingly severe, were thankfully limited to his foot. James has the potential with prosthetics to continue his active lifestyle which includes running, swimming, hockey, golf, skiing and dirt biking.
After 18 days in hospital James was discharged on Thursday, July 9 to continue his post surgery recovery at home.
Heartbreakingly, James developed an ultra-rare surgical site infection and was quickly readmitted to undergo a series of three additional surgeries to address the infection.
After 7 surgeries and 6 weeks in hospital James came home on July 30th. The outpatient portion of the process begins next and involves a slew of follow up in-person and virtual appointments with a wide range of specialists going forward.
Orthopaedic surgeon to change dressings, make sure all is healing well and remove staples when the time comes.
Infectious Disease to monitor and confirm the infection is dealt with as the antibiotics run their course.
And for his ongoing challenge of the nerve pain (which is constant and mentally exhausting) he’s got a dedicated specialist for each of the three ‘P’s of pain control: pharmaceutical, psychological, and physical therapy.
As he heals and gains strength James will also start the process of getting fitted for his first prosthetic leg.
These are the very early days of his post operative process and the truth of what lies ahead with regard to James’ treatment, rehabilitation and future needs time will tell. The health care system has thus far been mostly positive experience and the hopes of what the War Amps program may be able to provide down the road are encouraging.
This page has been set up by the community of friends and neighbours who are searching for a way to show their love and support for James and his family during this challenging time. His parents have agreed to this effort with the commitment that any gestures or money raised will be used as they deem necessary for James’ care and treatment. Please know that the Budrows are grateful for the messages of love and support, expect nothing more than that, and are appreciative of every gesture.
Thank you for your support of this amazing young man and his family!
Friends of James Budrow
On Sunday, June 21, Our friend and neighbour, James was in an accident that seriously injured his left foot. He was airlifted to hospital and after undergoing three surgeries at Kingston General Hospital, James was transferred to CHEO and, along with his family and medical team, made the decision to undergo a transtibial (below-knee) amputation which took place on Wednesday, July 1.
James is a resilient, strong and active 14 year old boy. His injuries, although heartbreakingly severe, were thankfully limited to his foot. James has the potential with prosthetics to continue his active lifestyle which includes running, swimming, hockey, golf, skiing and dirt biking.
After 18 days in hospital James was discharged on Thursday, July 9 to continue his post surgery recovery at home.
Heartbreakingly, James developed an ultra-rare surgical site infection and was quickly readmitted to undergo a series of three additional surgeries to address the infection.
After 7 surgeries and 6 weeks in hospital James came home on July 30th. The outpatient portion of the process begins next and involves a slew of follow up in-person and virtual appointments with a wide range of specialists going forward.
Orthopaedic surgeon to change dressings, make sure all is healing well and remove staples when the time comes.
Infectious Disease to monitor and confirm the infection is dealt with as the antibiotics run their course.
And for his ongoing challenge of the nerve pain (which is constant and mentally exhausting) he’s got a dedicated specialist for each of the three ‘P’s of pain control: pharmaceutical, psychological, and physical therapy.
As he heals and gains strength James will also start the process of getting fitted for his first prosthetic leg.
These are the very early days of his post operative process and the truth of what lies ahead with regard to James’ treatment, rehabilitation and future needs time will tell. The health care system has thus far been mostly positive experience and the hopes of what the War Amps program may be able to provide down the road are encouraging.
This page has been set up by the community of friends and neighbours who are searching for a way to show their love and support for James and his family during this challenging time. His parents have agreed to this effort with the commitment that any gestures or money raised will be used as they deem necessary for James’ care and treatment. Please know that the Budrows are grateful for the messages of love and support, expect nothing more than that, and are appreciative of every gesture.
Thank you for your support of this amazing young man and his family!
Co-organizers4
Fawzi Mankal
Organizer
Nepean, ON
Tracy Budrow
Beneficiary
Melissa Taylor
Co-organizer
Sara Kerr
Co-organizer