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

In July I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Madurai General Hospital recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $500, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $300 short. Doctors at Madurai General Hospital told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a security guard have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes 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 $300 goes: • Post-operative medication: $50 • Travel and lodging for the family: $50 • Physiotherapy sessions: $85 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $115 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.