Mónica's palate reconstruction surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In December I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Springfield Community Hospital recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for March. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,500, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $3,600 short. Doctors at Springfield Community Hospital told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a taxi driver 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 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 $3,600 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,800 • Physiotherapy sessions: $410 • Travel and lodging for the family: $390 Every share and every dollar helps. - Mónica