Olivia's spinal decompression surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In February I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Bristol University Hospital recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $4,400, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $2,650 short. Doctors at Bristol University Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $4,400 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 6 weeks. I'll not be able to work a full shift 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 $2,650 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,700 • Physiotherapy sessions: $510 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $440 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.