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

Chioma needs valve repair surgery at Wudil University Hospital and the family is $900 short of the hospital's estimate.

🇳🇬 Wudil, Kano, Nigeria999 views
Chioma Damilola Igwe
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Wudil
In February I was diagnosed with a deviated septum causing chronic infections. My surgeon at Wudil University 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 $1,300, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $900 short. Doctors at Wudil University Hospital told me a deviated septum causing chronic infections will get worse without valve repair surgery. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,300 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period 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. 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 $900 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $280 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $410 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $85 • Post-operative medication: $35 • Physiotherapy sessions: $60 • Travel and lodging for the family: $30 Thanks for being kind about this. - Chioma
due date
2024-04-29
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Chioma

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($423 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Quick update: $403 raised so far (45%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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    “Thinking of you. Hope the May deadline works out. - Berlin”

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    “Hang in there. Thought of Chioma all day after reading this. - Epe”

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Reviews

2.4(7 reviews)

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  • Sebastián H. Navarro🇺🇸Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Axel B. Vazquez🇺🇸Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Wayne B. Jones🇿🇦Verified donor
    Went above and beyond

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Usha M. Kumar🇮🇳Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Divya W. Kushwaha🇮🇳Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • Hina Zara Warraich

    Hang in there. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Wudil.

    $970 raised of $900

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