Diego was born with microtia, a rare birth defect that leaves ears undeveloped inside and out. Growing up poor in Puebla, Mexico, he never imagined he would one day hear. For the past 12 years he has only heard sounds generated from a cumbersome, bone vibrating hearing device. In June 2010, Diego had a successful 10 hour surgery to create a new ear and ear canal. Within two weeks, he heard his mother's voice for the first time in his life. Small Wonders paid for this surgery. Learn more about his story. |
