Nikhil's cataract surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Tiruchirappalli Orthopedic Institute recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,250, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $750 short. Doctors at Tiruchirappalli Orthopedic Institute told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 7 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. 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 $750 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $80 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $330 • Physiotherapy sessions: $60 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $280 Thank you for reading my story.