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Surgery fund for Elizabeth: a partial thyroidectomy in Madina

Elizabeth needs a partial thyroidectomy at Madina Regional Medical Center and the family is $1,000 short of the hospital's estimate.

🇬🇭 Madina, Greater Accra, Ghana1,540 views
Felicia Abena Abdul
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Madina
Elizabeth was diagnosed with a torn ligament that needs reconstruction in October. The surgeon at Madina Regional Medical Center recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and She is scheduled for January. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,650, and after what my insurance will pay we're still $1,000 short. my mother has been in and out of Madina Regional Medical Center since October. The doctors say a torn ligament that needs reconstruction will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,650 is more than we can find. While we wait, Elizabeth struggles with daily life and can't stand for more than ten minutes. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Recovery is expected to take about 10 weeks. During that time Elizabeth won't be able to stand for more than ten minutes, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $1,000 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $510 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $220 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $80 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Physiotherapy sessions: $105 • Travel and lodging for the family: $40 With deep gratitude, Felicia
due date
2026-01-11
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

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  • Aria M. Fox🇨🇦Verified helper
    Professional and kind

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

  • Nancy Mwanaisha Juma🇰🇪Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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  • Mary Amani Kigozi

    Thinking of you, Felicia. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care.

    • Rosa Reyes

      Sending love. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope February is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Madina

      • Aditya Reza Sutanto

        Hope the doctors have good news. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Madina

        • Rohan K. SharmaQuestion

          is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Elizabeth.

          • Felicia Abena AbdulOwnerAnswer

            The list at the bottom is the whole picture. surgeon and anesthesia fees is the biggest at $510. Happy to explain more.

        • Flávio Rafael Bezerra

          Hope things get better soon. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

          • Obiageli Titilayo OgunbanjoQuestion

            How is Elizabeth doing now?

            • Ruth S. Henderson

              Thinking of you and your family. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. I went through something like this 13 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Mwanza.

              • Rajesh T. Goud

                hope it all works out. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 35 people at work. Thinking of Madina.

                • Adnan Farhan Javed

                  Rooting for you, Felicia. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust.

                  • Amber P. Stevens

                    Hope it all works out, Felicia. I hope things turn around soon. Take care

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