Surgery fund for Kimani: laparoscopic cyst removal in Mwanza

Kimani was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in January. The surgeon at Mwanza Regional Medical Center recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and He is scheduled for March. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $900, and after what my employer's plan will pay we're still $450 short. my husband has been in and out of Mwanza Regional Medical Center since January. The doctors say a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $900 is more than we can find. While we wait, Kimani struggles with daily life and can't drive. 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 Kimani won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $450 goes: • Physiotherapy sessions: $40 • Travel and lodging for the family: $40 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $370 With deep gratitude, Sarah