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Ludwig's laparoscopic endometriosis surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill
A scheduled laparoscopic endometriosis surgery in November is out of reach without help covering $6,950 of the cost.
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In August I was diagnosed with a cleft palate needing repair. My surgeon at Saint Joseph Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $10,000, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $6,950 short.
Doctors at Saint Joseph Hospital told me a cleft palate needing repair will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $10,000 is far beyond what I've.
Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer 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 work a full shift 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 $6,950 goes:
• Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,650
• Hospital stay (3 nights): $1,750
• Pre-operative tests and imaging: $240
• Post-operative medication: $350
• Physiotherapy sessions: $490
• Travel and lodging for the family: $470
Glad we found this place.
- Ludwig
- due date
- 2026-10-27
- bill type
- Hospital invoice
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Take care, Ludwig. Hope this works out for you. After 21 years in retail I know how hard it is to ask for anything.
Sending love. Looking forward to the next update. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best
You're not alone, Ludwig. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 16 year old who wants to send good wishes too.