Surgery fund for Márcio: hip replacement surgery in Contagem

In July I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Contagem Orthopedic Institute recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,300, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,600 short. Doctors at Contagem Orthopedic Institute told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,300 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. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 weeks. I'll not be able to drive 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 $1,600 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $770 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $720 • Post-operative medication: $35 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Márcio