Tariq's knee replacement surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with a deviated septum causing chronic infections. My surgeon at Cairo Regional Medical Center recommended knee replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,400, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,200 short. Doctors at Cairo Regional Medical Center told me a deviated septum causing chronic infections will get worse without knee replacement surgery. I work as a seamstress, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,400 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a seamstress have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. Rehabilitation is expected to take about 3 weeks. I'll not be able to lift anything heavy 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 $1,200 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $650 • Hospital stay (3 nights): $340 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $60 • Post-operative medication: $50 • Physiotherapy sessions: $65 • Travel and lodging for the family: $35 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.