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

In July I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Saint Mary Hospital recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,950, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,350 short. Doctors at Saint Mary Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without cataract surgery. 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. The recovery period is expected to take about 4 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 $1,350 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $570 • Post-operative medication: $360 • Travel and lodging for the family: $420 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Pablo