Cataract surgery for Danica: covering what insurance won't

In September I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Mandaue University Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $870, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $650 short. Doctors at Mandaue University Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $870 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes 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 $650 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $50 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $540 With deep gratitude, Danica