Surgery fund for Aline: spinal decompression surgery in Santos

In February I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Santos 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 $2,850, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $2,000 short. Doctors at Santos University Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,850 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 4 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 $2,000 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $135 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $690 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $810 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $165 • Physiotherapy sessions: $200 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Aline