Luigi's laparoscopic endometriosis surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In March I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Lecce University Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $11,750, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $5,850 short. Doctors at Lecce University Hospital told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a hotel cleaner, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $11,750 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a hotel cleaner have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $5,850 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,450 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $2,150 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $260 • Post-operative medication: $220 • Physiotherapy sessions: $550 • Travel and lodging for the family: $220 Thanks for being kind about this. - Luigi