Surgery fund for Roman: laparoscopic cyst removal in San Diego

In August I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at San Diego University Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $6,500, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $4,500 short. Doctors at San Diego University Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $6,500 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress 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 drive 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 $4,500 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $2,100 • Post-operative medication: $200 • Physiotherapy sessions: $390 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $1,810 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Roman