Fon's emergency hernia repair can't wait - please help us cover the bill

Fon was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in August. The surgeon at Saint Joseph Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and She is scheduled for October. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,800, and after what my insurance will pay we're still $1,450 short. my wife has been in and out of Saint Joseph Hospital since August. The doctors say a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without emergency hernia repair. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,800 is more than we can find. While we wait, Fon struggles with daily life and can't stand for more than ten minutes. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. During that time Fon won't be able to stand for more than ten minutes, so the costs keep growing. 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 $1,450 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $660 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $460 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $75 • Post-operative medication: $80 • Physiotherapy sessions: $120 • Travel and lodging for the family: $55 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.