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Madelyn's knee replacement surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

After a hernia that has become strangulated, Madelyn was cleared for knee replacement surgery, but the bill is more than we can manage.

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Madelyn P. Sandoval
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Gold Coast
In August I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at Gold Coast General 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 $8,250, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $5,000 short. Doctors at Gold Coast General Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $8,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $5,000 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,250 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,650 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $260 • Post-operative medication: $190 • Physiotherapy sessions: $280 • Travel and lodging for the family: $370 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2024-11-21
bill type
Hospital invoice
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  • Oliver L. Bradley

    you're not alone, Madelyn. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Grenoble donated after I showed her your page.

    • Luke D. Shaw

      hope it all works out, Madelyn. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. God bless.

      • Sanjay Sanjay Joshi

        Wishing you peace, Madelyn. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

        • Chamari Deepika Ekanayake

          thanks for sharing this, Madelyn. Hope you get there. All the best.

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            Hope it all works out, Madelyn. Get well soon

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              wishing you the best, Madelyn. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

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                Thanks for sharing this. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Cardiff

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                  sending love. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I'll check back for the next update. God bless.

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