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Help me pay for gallbladder removal at Likoni University Hospital

After a benign brain tumor, Ouma was cleared for gallbladder removal, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Ouma Paul Ssemwogerere
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Likoni
In February I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Likoni University Hospital recommended gallbladder removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,900, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $1,450 short. Doctors at Likoni University Hospital told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without gallbladder removal. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,900 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a market vendor have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period 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 $1,450 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $500 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $640 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $110 • Post-operative medication: $60 • Physiotherapy sessions: $110 • Travel and lodging for the family: $30 Thanks for reading all this.
due date
2026-05-29
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  1. We're at 83% thanks to 35 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. Update from Likoni: we've started the first stage. We're at 40% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Quick update: $453 raised so far (31%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Rafael W. Ramos

    Thinking of you and your family, Ouma. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I have a 11 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Love from Multan.

    • Aaron A. ColemanPhoto verified

      thinking of you, Ouma. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.

      • Walid Hatem AzizPhoto verified

        Rooting for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.

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