Dr. David Kostick of Florida Eye Specialists recently performed a life-changing procedure for a teenage boy who needed eye surgery. Edward Yost, 19, was injured in an accident that resulted in a torn tear duct.
Edward is very active and enjoys playing rugby. He regularly volunteers with organizations such as Baptist Sports, but he could no longer participate after the accident.
Unable to see and in tremendous pain, Edwardโs quality of life had decreased drastically. His mother, Lynda, brought him to Florida Eye Specialists in hopes of getting him the help he needed. When Dr. Kostick learned Lynda could not afford the procedure, he volunteered to perform the necessary surgery pro bono.
โWithout Dr. Kostick, I donโt know what we wouldโve done. My sonโs eye would never have been the same,โ said Lynda. โFor Dr. Kostick and Florida Eye Specialists to do this, I will never be able to say thank you enough.โ
Since the surgery, Edwardโs vision has improved substantially. โMy sonโs sight means everything to me,โ said Lynda. โHe can see because Dr. Kostick took a chance on him and took care of him. Weโre very grateful.โ