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

In July I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Mumbai Regional Medical Center recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $710, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $500 short. Doctors at Mumbai Regional Medical Center told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $710 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes 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 $500 goes: • Hospital stay (4 nights): $280 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $45 • Physiotherapy sessions: $110 • Travel and lodging for the family: $25 • Post-operative medication: $40 Every share and every dollar helps.