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Help Okello pay for palate reconstruction surgery at Entebbe Regional Medical Center

A scheduled palate reconstruction surgery in November is out of reach without help covering $850 of the cost.

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Joseph Peter Kigozi
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Entebbe
Okello was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in August. The surgeon at Entebbe Regional Medical Center recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and He is scheduled for November. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,150, and after what the government subsidy will pay we're still $850 short. my son has been in and out of Entebbe Regional Medical Center since August. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,150 is more than we can find. While we wait, Okello struggles with daily life and can't work a full shift. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Recovery is expected to take about 5 weeks. During that time Okello won't be able to work a full shift, so the costs keep growing. 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 $850 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $55 • Post-operative medication: $30 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $330 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $350 • Physiotherapy sessions: $85 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-11-02
bill type
Hospital invoice
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    Great help in a difficult time

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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    Truly grateful for the support

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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  • Satria Gozali

    Hope things get better soon, Joseph. Hope the doctors have good news. I'll check back for the next update. All the best.

    • Tomás S. LópezPhoto verified

      Hope things get better soon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Entebbe

      • Heather T. Harrison

        Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Entebbe.

        • Reiko Ayumi Ono

          Good luck, Joseph. Get well soon. God bless.

          • Manee Ploy Suksawat

            Looking forward to the next update. After 12 years in public service I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

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