Amani's valve repair surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In February I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Kampala General Hospital recommended valve repair surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,000, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $800 short. Doctors at Kampala General Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without valve repair surgery. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,000 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 12 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 $800 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $410 • Physiotherapy sessions: $55 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $80 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $175 • Travel and lodging for the family: $80 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Amani