Surgery fund for Craig: knee replacement surgery in Sandton

In March I was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction. My surgeon at Sandton Regional Medical Center recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,650, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $1,600 short. Doctors at Sandton Regional Medical Center told me a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,650 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 7 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. 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 $1,600 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $610 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $530 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $120 • Post-operative medication: $85 • Physiotherapy sessions: $165 • Travel and lodging for the family: $90 With deep gratitude, Craig