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A partial thyroidectomy for Theodore: covering what insurance won't
After a herniated spinal disc, Theodore was cleared for a partial thyroidectomy, but the bill is more than we can manage.
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Theodore was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc in August. The surgeon at Laval University Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and He is scheduled for December. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $13,000, and after what the government subsidy will pay we're still $6,500 short.
my husband has been in and out of Laval University Hospital since August. The doctors say a herniated spinal disc will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $13,000 is more than we can find.
While we wait, Theodore struggles with daily life and can't stand for more than ten minutes. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there.
The recovery period is expected to take about 6 weeks. During that time Theodore won't be able to stand for more than ten minutes, so the costs keep growing.
The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did.
Where the $6,500 goes:
• Hospital stay (4 nights): $1,250
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,850
• Physiotherapy sessions: $520
• Travel and lodging for the family: $500
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $380
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Sophie
- due date
- 2026-11-16
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- Hospital invoice
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Thinking of you and your family. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from București
sending love, Sophie. Your post was clear and honest. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Surat.
Hope things get better soon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I have a 8 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings
Take care, Sophie. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Rooting for you, Sophie. Your post was clear and honest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care
I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Thinking of Laval.