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Shapla's a craniotomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

After a cleft palate needing repair, Shapla was cleared for a craniotomy, but the bill is more than we can manage.

🇧🇩 Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh1,307 views
Shapla Dola Chowdhury
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Dhaka
In June I was diagnosed with a cleft palate needing repair. My surgeon at Dhaka Orthopedic Institute recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $330, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $200 short. Doctors at Dhaka Orthopedic Institute told me a cleft palate needing repair will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $330 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $200 goes: • Post-operative medication: $45 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $80 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 With deep gratitude, Shapla
due date
2026-08-29
bill type
Hospital invoice

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