A World of Smiles Telethon - Maya Ahuja
2,565 views · Published 23 May 2013 · 3:20 · Indexed 12 November 2026
Channel: BC Children's Hospital Foundation · 2013 · Nonprofits & Activism
Two year old Maya has been through a lot during her young life but her fight through on-going heart problems proves she's got a heart of gold. Maya is a typical two year old. She is curious and loves to play with her older brother. Before she was born, doctors could see through an ultrasound that she had a congenital heart defect called Tetraology of Fallot. She also had a cleft palate. A few months after she was born, Maya underwent open heart surgery. After the operation, Maya's heart stopped beating for 22 minutes but was saved thanks to the staff at BC Children's. Maya has an on-going battle. She also has Cornelia de Lange syndrome which affects many parts of the body. She will have to have another heart operation. Despite these challenges Gary and Karm say words can't describe the gratitude they have for the hospital's doctors and nurses. The couple is also thankful for the support of family and friends for giving them a shoulder to cry on, and a much-needed distraction from the hard reality that their daughter was so terribly sick. The Ahuja family is comforted in knowing that whatever medical challenges lay ahead for Maya, they will not have to face them alone. With the support of family, friends and the outstanding caregivers at BC Children's, Maya will be given the best chance of a bright future.
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