Fernanda's a craniotomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In March I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Saint Catherine Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $630, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $500 short. Doctors at Saint Catherine Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $630 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $500 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $135 • Travel and lodging for the family: $145 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $220 Glad we found this place.