Surgery fund for Naresh: spinal decompression surgery in Pune

In August I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Pune General Hospital recommended spinal decompression surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,550, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $1,150 short. Doctors at Pune General Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without spinal decompression surgery. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,550 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 8 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 $1,150 goes: • Hospital stay (5 nights): $370 • Travel and lodging for the family: $75 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $580 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Physiotherapy sessions: $80 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.