Help me pay for cataract surgery at Addis Ababa Regional Medical Center

In July I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Addis Ababa Regional Medical Center recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,450, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Addis Ababa Regional Medical Center told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,450 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs 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 $1,000 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $330 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $450 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $30 • Post-operative medication: $40 • Physiotherapy sessions: $105 • Travel and lodging for the family: $45 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.