Surgery fund for Rafael: laparoscopic cyst removal in El Paso

In May I was diagnosed with an aortic valve defect. My surgeon at El Paso University Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for July. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $12,500, and after what the government subsidy will pay, I'm still $7,550 short. Doctors at El Paso University Hospital told me an aortic valve defect will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $12,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 4 weeks. I'll not be able to work a full shift 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 $7,550 goes: • Hospital stay (5 nights): $3,350 • Post-operative medication: $440 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,550 • Travel and lodging for the family: $350 • Physiotherapy sessions: $860 If you're reading this, thank you. - Rafael