Knee replacement surgery for Shapla: covering what insurance won't

In July I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Dhaka University Hospital recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $600, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $450 short. Doctors at Dhaka University Hospital told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $600 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider 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 walk without help 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 $450 goes: • Post-operative medication: $40 • Physiotherapy sessions: $80 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $210 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.