Kioko's ACL reconstruction can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In September I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Dar es Salaam Orthopedic Institute recommended ACL reconstruction, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $880, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $700 short. Doctors at Dar es Salaam Orthopedic Institute told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without ACL reconstruction. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $880 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 7 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 $700 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $280 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $200 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $40 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Physiotherapy sessions: $80 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Kioko