Hari's cataract surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In June I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Saint Matthew Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $580, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $350 short. Doctors at Saint Matthew Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $580 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a taxi driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 12 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. 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 $350 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $50 • Travel and lodging for the family: $30 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $250 • Post-operative medication: $20 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Hari