Surgery fund for Anand: palate reconstruction surgery in Saket

In July I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Saint Anne Hospital recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,200, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $850 short. Doctors at Saint Anne Hospital told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,200 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 weeks. I'll not be able to drive 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 $850 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $25 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $380 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $445 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.