Surgery fund for Rose: septoplasty in Quezon City

In March I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Quezon City Regional Medical Center recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for May. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,050, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $800 short. Doctors at Quezon City Regional Medical Center told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a market vendor, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,050 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a market vendor 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 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 $800 goes: • Post-operative medication: $55 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $250 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $340 • Physiotherapy sessions: $100 • Travel and lodging for the family: $55 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Rose