Nalini's laparoscopic cyst removal can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In January I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Soweto Community Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,950, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,550 short. Doctors at Soweto Community Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,950 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. 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 $1,550 goes: • Hospital stay (3 nights): $760 • Travel and lodging for the family: $125 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $610 • Post-operative medication: $55 With deep gratitude, Nalini