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Help me pay for a partial thyroidectomy at Iztapalapa University Hospital
A scheduled a partial thyroidectomy in December is out of reach without help covering $1,300 of the cost.
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In September I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Iztapalapa University Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,750, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $1,300 short.
Doctors at Iztapalapa University Hospital told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,750 is far beyond what I've.
Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk.
The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to work a full shift 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 $1,300 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $940
• Post-operative medication: $50
• Physiotherapy sessions: $125
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $185
With deep gratitude,
Gabriela
- due date
- 2026-10-24
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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You're not alone. This could happen to any of us. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.
Take care, Gabriela. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. My neighbor in Jakarta Barat donated after I showed her your page.
Sending strength, Gabriela. This could happen to any of us.
Good luck, Gabriela. This could happen to any of us. I hope November is when things finally get easier. Take care
Sending good thoughts, Gabriela. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Thanks for sharing this, Gabriela. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 16 years in engineering I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Take care.
Sending good thoughts. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. Love from Bristol
Hang in there, Gabriela. Hope the doctors have good news.
Rooting for you. Shared this with my family. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Thinking of Iztapalapa!
take care. Hope this works out for you. Don't give up. Blessings.