Help me pay for spinal decompression surgery at Leipzig University Hospital

In July I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Leipzig University Hospital recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,650, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $3,250 short. Doctors at Leipzig University Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,650 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 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 $3,250 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $490 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,600 • Travel and lodging for the family: $160 I hope life is good to you. - Oskar