Surgery fund for Miguel: gallbladder removal in Campinas

In June I was diagnosed with an aortic valve defect. My surgeon at Campinas General Hospital recommended gallbladder removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,200, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,100 short. Doctors at Campinas General Hospital told me an aortic valve defect will get worse without gallbladder removal. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,200 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 3 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. 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 $1,100 goes: • Hospital stay (3 nights): $560 • Travel and lodging for the family: $115 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $200 • Physiotherapy sessions: $225 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Miguel