Namukasa's emergency hernia repair can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Kikuyu University Hospital recommended emergency hernia repair, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,650, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Kikuyu University Hospital told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without emergency hernia repair. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,650 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $1,000 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $360 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $350 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $80 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Physiotherapy sessions: $135 • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 I hope life is good to you.