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Surgery fund for Axel: a partial thyroidectomy in Orlando

Axel needs a partial thyroidectomy at Orlando Orthopedic Institute and the family is $5,500 short of the hospital's estimate.

🇺🇸 Orlando, Florida, United States2,310 views
Axel L. Sandoval
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Orlando
In May I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Orlando Orthopedic Institute recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for August. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $7,750, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $5,500 short. Doctors at Orlando Orthopedic Institute told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $7,750 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 5 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $5,500 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,650 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $350 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $1,500 Thanks for reading all this. - Axel
due date
2026-09-16
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Axel

  1. We're at 20% thanks to 25 of you. the plan for pre-operative tests and imaging is now scheduled. More news soon.

  2. Quick update: $894 raised so far (16%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Axel

  3. 8% there. I made the first payment toward surgeon and anesthesia fees. Thank you.

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    “Thought of Axel all day after reading this. - Wollongong”

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    “Wishing you the best. Gave what I could this week. - Gliwice”

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    “God bless. Thought of Axel all day after reading this.”

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    “Be well. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Salé”

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    “Blessings. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Abbottabad”

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    “All the best. Only $30 but hope it helps. - Nagpur”

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Reviews

1.7(3 reviews)

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  • Remedios B. Mercado🇵🇭Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Mai Phượng Dang🇺🇸Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Arvid Jönsson🇸🇪Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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  • Marcos H. ReyesID verified

    thinking of you, Axel. Shared this with my family

    • Uyên Hoang

      Thinking of you, Axel. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Blessings.

      $1,993.50 raised of $5,500

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