Surgery fund for Rotimi: emergency hernia repair in Abuja

Rotimi was diagnosed with a herniated spinal disc in August. The surgeon at Abuja Orthopedic Institute recommended emergency hernia repair, and He is scheduled for November. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $1,000, and after what our health plan will pay we're still $500 short. my son has been in and out of Abuja Orthopedic Institute since August. The doctors say a herniated spinal disc will get worse without emergency hernia repair. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $1,000 is more than we can find. While we wait, Rotimi struggles with daily life and can't drive. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 8 weeks. During that time Rotimi won't be able to drive, so the costs keep growing. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $500 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $45 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $420 • Travel and lodging for the family: $35 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.