Help Gopal pay for emergency hernia repair at Saint Anne Hospital

Gopal was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in August. The surgeon at Saint Anne Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and He is scheduled for November. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,600, and after what my insurance will pay we're still $950 short. my brother has been in and out of Saint Anne Hospital since August. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without emergency hernia repair. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,600 is more than we can find. While we wait, Gopal struggles with daily life and can't drive. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 3 weeks. During that time Gopal won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $950 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $360 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $430 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $70 • Post-operative medication: $50 • Travel and lodging for the family: $40 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Dhanush