Surgery fund for Nisha: laparoscopic cyst removal in Chennai

In June I was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes. My surgeon at Saint Francis Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $880, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $700 short. Doctors at Saint Francis Hospital told me severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $880 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a security guard have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes 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 $700 goes: • Hospital stay (4 nights): $460 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $95 • Physiotherapy sessions: $75 • Post-operative medication: $25 • Travel and lodging for the family: $45 Every share and every dollar helps. - Nisha