Surgery fund for Fang: septoplasty in Ballarat

In April I was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst. My surgeon at Ballarat General Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for June. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $12,250, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $6,150 short. Doctors at Ballarat General Hospital told me a large ovarian cyst will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a call-centre agent, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $12,250 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a call-centre agent have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 7 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 $6,150 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,450 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $1,400 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $320 • Post-operative medication: $190 • Physiotherapy sessions: $400 • Travel and lodging for the family: $390 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.