Help me pay for emergency hernia repair at Savar General Hospital

In October I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Savar General Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and I have been placed on the schedule for January. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $800, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $400 short. Doctors at Savar General Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without emergency hernia repair. I work as a restaurant cook, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $800 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a restaurant cook have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $400 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $50 • Post-operative medication: $35 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $315 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Rima