Surgery fund for Shazia: laparoscopic endometriosis surgery in Lahore

In July I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Lahore Community Hospital recommended laparoscopic endometriosis surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,450, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,000 short. Doctors at Lahore Community Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without laparoscopic endometriosis surgery. I work as a taxi driver, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,450 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a taxi driver have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Recovery is expected to take about 8 weeks. I'll not be able to look after the children alone 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 $1,000 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $460 • Hospital stay (5 nights): $360 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $50 • Post-operative medication: $45 • Physiotherapy sessions: $50 • Travel and lodging for the family: $35 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.