Surgery fund for Julian: septoplasty in Orlando

In June I was diagnosed with a hip fracture that never healed properly. My surgeon at Orlando Orthopedic Institute recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $6,500, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $5,200 short. Doctors at Orlando Orthopedic Institute told me a hip fracture that never healed properly will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $6,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 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. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $5,200 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $320 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $3,800 • Post-operative medication: $320 • Physiotherapy sessions: $290 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $470 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Julian