Aishwarya's a partial thyroidectomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In February I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Hyderabad Community Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,350, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $950 short. Doctors at Hyderabad Community Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,350 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $950 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $510 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $75 • Physiotherapy sessions: $55 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $260 • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Aishwarya