Septoplasty for Kunle: covering what insurance won't

In June I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Ikeja General Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $290, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $200 short. Doctors at Ikeja General Hospital told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $290 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. Recovery is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to drive 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 $200 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $40 • Physiotherapy sessions: $130 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $30 Thank you for reading my story. - Kunle