Surgery fund for Shapla: septoplasty in Thane

In July I was diagnosed with a thyroid nodule that needs removal. My surgeon at Thane General Hospital recommended septoplasty, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $710, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $500 short. Doctors at Thane General Hospital told me a thyroid nodule that needs removal will get worse without septoplasty. I work as a farm laborer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $710 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a farm laborer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to stand for more than ten minutes during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. 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: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $290 • Post-operative medication: $55 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $155 I hope life is good to you. - Shapla