Vandana's hip replacement surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In July I was diagnosed with osteoarthritis in the right knee. My surgeon at Varanasi Regional Medical Center recommended hip replacement surgery, and I have been placed on the schedule for October. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $1,600, and after what my insurance will pay, I'm still $1,200 short. Doctors at Varanasi Regional Medical Center told me osteoarthritis in the right knee will get worse without hip replacement surgery. I work as a retail assistant, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $1,600 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a retail assistant have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 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 $1,200 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $420 • Hospital stay (2 nights): $480 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $65 • Post-operative medication: $35 • Physiotherapy sessions: $140 • Travel and lodging for the family: $60 With deep gratitude, Vandana