Cataract surgery for Khadija: covering what insurance won't

In March I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Port Harcourt University Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $690, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $550 short. Doctors at Port Harcourt University Hospital told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a school bus driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $690 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 10 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 $550 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $70 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $330 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $65 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Khadija