Surgery fund for Zainab: laparoscopic cyst removal in Berlin

In August I was diagnosed with gallstones with repeated infections. My surgeon at Berlin University Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $3,900, and after what my employer's plan will pay, I'm still $3,100 short. Doctors at Berlin University Hospital told me gallstones with repeated infections will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. I work as a warehouse packer, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $3,900 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a warehouse packer have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 5 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 $3,100 goes: • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $580 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $2,150 • Travel and lodging for the family: $370 With deep gratitude, Zainab