Surgery fund for Danielle: a partial thyroidectomy in Tallahassee

In June I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Tallahassee University Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $9,500, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $6,650 short. Doctors at Tallahassee University Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $9,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to walk without help 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 $6,650 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,850 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $2,100 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $290 • Post-operative medication: $195 • Physiotherapy sessions: $860 • Travel and lodging for the family: $355 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Danielle