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Surgery fund for Javier: a craniotomy in San Cristóbal de las Casas

A scheduled a craniotomy in September is out of reach without help covering $1,850 of the cost.

🇲🇽 San Cristóbal de las Casas, Chiapas, Mexico3,011 views
Valentina S. Aguilar
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San Cristóbal de las Casas
Javier was diagnosed with a cleft palate needing repair in May. The surgeon at San Cristóbal de las Casas University Hospital recommended a craniotomy, and He is scheduled for September. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $2,450, and after what our health plan will pay we're still $1,850 short. my son has been in and out of San Cristóbal de las Casas University Hospital since May. The doctors say a cleft palate needing repair will get worse without a craniotomy. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $2,450 is more than we can find. While we wait, Javier struggles with daily life and can't look after the children alone. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 10 weeks. During that time Javier won't be able to look after the children alone, so the costs keep growing. 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 $1,850 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $130 • Physiotherapy sessions: $170 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,250 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $185 • Post-operative medication: $115 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
due date
2026-09-17
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Valentina

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 57% funded and we've started the first stage.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 32% now ($598). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward surgeon and anesthesia fees.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($268 in total) I met with the hospital and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    Amazing support system

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Brandon F. Shaw

    Take care, Valentina. Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Buenos Aires donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of San Cristóbal de las Casas.

    • David John Byaruhanga

      Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of San Cristóbal de las Casas.

      • Piotr Woźniak

        Stay strong, Valentina. Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of San Cristóbal de las Casas

        • Balaji Bhat

          take care. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.

          • Kojo Isaac TwumVerified organization

            thinking of you. Wishing Javier a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Love from Kharkiv.

            • Luke P. Ortiz

              Wishing you peace. Hope the doctors have good news. I hope August is when things finally get easier. Love from El Paso

              • Apio Njeri Massawe

                Good luck, Valentina. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from San Diego.

                • Seyi Adewale DaramolaPhoto verified

                  Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up

                  • Danylo Boris Tarasov

                    hope it all works out, Valentina. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did

                    • Alejandro H. Tapia

                      wishing you peace, Valentina. Get well soon

                      • Anton Gustafsson

                        sending love, Valentina. Gave what I could, wish it was more!

                        • Padraig G. Whelan

                          Wishing you the best, Valentina. Shared this with my family. Thinking of San Cristóbal de las Casas.

                          • Chitra D. Iyer

                            best of luck. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. God bless.

                            • Caroline Shaw

                              Best of luck, Valentina. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Thinking of San Cristóbal de las Casas!

                              • Gemma D. Pineda

                                Hope things get better soon, Valentina. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. Don't give up.

                                • Prince Samuel Gyamfi

                                  thinking of you, Valentina. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Take care!

                                  • Farhana Shirin ParvezPhoto verified

                                    Best of luck. Shared it with a few friends. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. All the best.

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