Support Andrey’s Fight Against Rare Bone Cancer
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Dear friends, fans, and family,
As you may or may not have already heard, it is with a heavy heart that I share some deeply personal news about our beloved actor and cherished friend, Andrey Ivchenko. Recently, Andrey was diagnosed with a rare stage 2 chondrosarcoma in the pelvis, a rare form of bone cancer that affects only 1 in every 200,000 people. The tumor was discovered on the right side of his pelvis, which had been causing him a lot of pain, making it hard to even walk. Given what the doctors know about this type of aggressive cancer, Andrey required urgent and complex medical intervention which he has been battling quietly up until now. While we are grateful that it was caught early and his prognosis looks encouraging, the long road he has ahead will be incredibly challenging mentally, physically, and financially.
Reaching out and asking for help is never easy (especially for Andrey if you know him), so please know that this “Go Fund Me” was created with a lot of humility and vulnerability as the reality of what lies ahead for him post surgery sinks in.
In order to combat this life-altering and threatening disease, Andrey had to undergo an extremely complex 9-hour surgery, where doctors performed a rare procedure called an internal hemipelvectomy. This critical and complicated procedure involves removing half of his pelvis and replacing it with a state-of-the-art 3D-printed titanium prosthetic, alongside a reconstructed and full hip replacement. During surgery and post surgery, Andrey also had to have several blood transfusions because of the length of time the procedure was and the extreme blood loss that occurred. While this innovative and rare surgery is a beacon of hope, it comes with an equally significant challenge: an arduous, lengthy recovery process that will demand his physical strength, emotional resilience to push past the pain, and the unwavering support of those who care about him. Since surgery, he has been struggling with several complications that have arose while recovering in a trauma ICU at the hospital where he has been receiving incredible around the clock care by his amazing nurses and doctors.
Andrey is known for his strength, resilience, and powerful presence both on screen and in real life — He has never been one to ask anyone for anything and is always the first to ask how he can help. However, now he needs that support more than ever. Now, it’s our turn to fight beside him and to help lift his burdens, spirit, and strength. Please consider donating if you are able and/or sharing this link which can make such a huge impact as every bit helps relieve a burden.
Why We Need Your Help:
This Go Fund Me has been created to help ease Andrey’s financial burdens of:
Major medical expenses and surgery costs not covered by insurance
Extended hospital stay, and post hospital care specialists where Andrey will have to re-learn to walk again and rebuild his strength.
Extensive on going specialized Physical Therapy because of the rarity of his surgery
Home accommodations including in home care visits and mobility aids, as well as other home modifications to aid in his recovery safely.
Loss of work during an extensively long healing period and challenges of the daily cost of living (house bills, utilities, food, insurance, ongoing medical bills, and other everyday living expenses that add up quick)
Life Adjustments: Ongoing specialist appts and support and resources during his journey back to health that aren’t fully covered under insurance.
We know Andrey is tough and a true fighter, and with your generous help, we can send a strong message that he isn’t fighting this battle alone and can turn his focus to concentrating solely on healing. Whether you’re a close friend, a fan of his work, or simply someone moved by his story and his strength — EVERY donation, big or small, and every share of this link will make a such a difference in playing a vital role in ensuring he receives the best possible care to get back on his feet and to help relieve his financial burdens that are now quickly accumulating.
Join Us in Supporting Andrey
Your support means the world to Andrey and his loved ones during this challenging time. He is forever grateful for all the well wishes and prayer warriors that have been lifting him up daily and sending their words of strength and encouragement.
Let’s rally around Andrey during this critical time and help lift some of the burden and weight off his shoulders so he can focus on what matters most: healing.
Thank you!
From all of us who love Andrey, THANK YOU for being a part of his journey to recovery. Your love, generosity, and support will never be forgotten and will always hold a special place in his heart. Please consider donating and sharing this campaign with others. Together, we can help him fight this battle and embrace a brighter, cancer free future.
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Organizers :
Becky Poliakoff is organizing this fundraiser on behalf of Andrey Ivchenko.