Surgery fund for Clara: laparoscopic cyst removal in Southampton

In February I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Southampton Community Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $7,750, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $4,650 short. Doctors at Southampton Community Hospital told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a school bus driver, 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 school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $4,650 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,450 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $1,400 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $440 • Post-operative medication: $310 • Physiotherapy sessions: $550 • Travel and lodging for the family: $500 Thank you so much.