Surgery fund for Shakil: palate reconstruction surgery in Salem

In July I was diagnosed with endometriosis requiring surgery. My surgeon at Salem University Hospital recommended palate reconstruction surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,000, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Salem University Hospital told me endometriosis requiring surgery will get worse without palate reconstruction surgery. I work as a security guard, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,000 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a security guard 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 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 $1,000 goes: • Hospital stay (3 nights): $560 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $350 • Travel and lodging for the family: $30 • Physiotherapy sessions: $60 If you're reading this, thank you.