Surgery fund for Pablo: hip replacement surgery in Granada

In August I was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc. My surgeon at Granada Regional Medical Center recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for December. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $3,800, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $3,050 short. Doctors at Granada Regional Medical Center told me a herniated spinal disc will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a school bus driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $3,800 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a school bus driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 10 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $3,050 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $1,150 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,050 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $160 • Post-operative medication: $250 • Physiotherapy sessions: $200 • Travel and lodging for the family: $240 If you're reading this, thank you. - Pablo