Henri's laparoscopic endometriosis surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In May I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Grenoble General Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $9,000, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $5,450 short. Doctors at Grenoble General Hospital told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $9,000 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. Recovery is expected to take about 8 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. 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 $5,450 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,750 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $1,650 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $210 • Post-operative medication: $185 • Physiotherapy sessions: $330 • Travel and lodging for the family: $325 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Henri