Laparoscopic endometriosis surgery for Imad: covering what insurance won't

In March I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Casablanca Orthopedic Institute recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $400, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $200 short. Doctors at Casablanca Orthopedic Institute told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $400 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 7 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. 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 $200 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $125 • Post-operative medication: $40 • Travel and lodging for the family: $35 With deep gratitude, Imad