Emergency hernia repair for Timur: covering what insurance won't

In August I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Kyiv University Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,700, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $850 short. Doctors at Kyiv University Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without emergency hernia repair. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,700 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a market vendor 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $850 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $530 • Physiotherapy sessions: $115 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $85 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.