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

A scheduled laparoscopic endometriosis surgery in January is out of reach without help covering $1,950 of the cost.

🇬🇷 Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia, Greece1,459 views
Ioanna Zoe Ioannou
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Thessaloniki
Nikolaos was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in October. The surgeon at Thessaloniki Orthopedic Institute recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and He is scheduled for January. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $3,250, and after what the public health scheme will pay we're still $1,950 short. my husband has been in and out of Thessaloniki Orthopedic Institute since October. The doctors say a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $3,250 is more than we can find. While we wait, Nikolaos struggles with daily life and can't walk without help. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. During that time Nikolaos won't be able to walk without help, so the costs keep growing. 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 $1,950 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $320 • Travel and lodging for the family: $130 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,500 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Ioanna
due date
2025-12-30
bill type
Hospital invoice
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    Restored my faith in humanity

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • Sachiko Sakura Okamoto

    So sorry you're going through this, Ioanna. Hope you get there. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Thinking of Thessaloniki.

    • Manuel M. MoralesQuestion

      Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Nikolaos

      • Ioanna Zoe IoannouOwnerAnswer

        Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. physiotherapy sessions comes first ($320) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Thanks for looking so closely.

    • Okello John Massawe

      Hope it all works out, Ioanna. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Thessaloniki.

      • Gloria E. Day

        Wishing you peace, Ioanna. Hope the doctors have good news. All the best

        • Faith S. Uy

          Best of luck, Ioanna. Shared it with a few friends. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too

          • Joyce Martin

            best of luck, Ioanna. Wishing Nikolaos a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Thinking of Thessaloniki.

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