Surgery fund for Cherry: ACL reconstruction in Makati

Cherry was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in April. The surgeon at Makati University Hospital recommended ACL reconstruction, and She is scheduled for June. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,250, and after what the public health scheme will pay we're still $950 short. my sister has been in and out of Makati University Hospital since April. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without ACL reconstruction. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,250 is more than we can find. While we wait, Cherry struggles with daily life and can't drive. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 12 weeks. During that time Cherry won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $950 goes: • Hospital stay (2 nights): $280 • Post-operative medication: $55 • Physiotherapy sessions: $70 • Travel and lodging for the family: $55 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $490 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Carmela