Hannah's knee replacement surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Jerusalem Community Hospital recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,950, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $3,700 short. Doctors at Jerusalem Community Hospital told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,950 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help 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 $3,700 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,600 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $540 • Travel and lodging for the family: $210 • Physiotherapy sessions: $350 I hope life is good to you.