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Alejandro's spinal decompression surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

Alejandro needs spinal decompression surgery at Tijuana Orthopedic Institute and the family is $2,200 short of the hospital's estimate.

🇲🇽 Baja California, Mexico1,732 views
Alejandro C. Valdez
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Tijuana
In April I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Tijuana Orthopedic Institute recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for July. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,400, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $2,200 short. Doctors at Tijuana Orthopedic Institute told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,400 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to drive during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. 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 $2,200 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $120 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $550 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,250 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $210 • Travel and lodging for the family: $70 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Alejandro
due date
2025-07-07
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Lukman Dedi Lestari🇮🇩Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Joy Favour Falana🇳🇬Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Lincoln Barnes

    take care, Alejandro. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Tijuana

    • Babatunde Henry Chukwu

      You're not alone, Alejandro. I hope things turn around soon. Please keep us posted.

      • Tanvir Bappy Talukder

        Best of luck. Wishing Alejandro a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Thinking of Tijuana

        • Shirley J. ZimmermanPhoto verified

          so sorry you're going through this, Alejandro. This could happen to any of us. Blessings.

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