Surgery fund for Komal: cataract surgery in Mumbai

In July I was diagnosed with a deviated septum causing chronic infections. My surgeon at Mumbai Regional Medical Center recommended cataract surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,000, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $750 short. Doctors at Mumbai Regional Medical Center told me a deviated septum causing chronic infections will get worse without cataract surgery. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,000 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a market vendor 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 look after the children alone 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 $750 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $300 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $185 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $95 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Physiotherapy sessions: $80 • Travel and lodging for the family: $45 I hope life is good to you.