Yasir's a partial thyroidectomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In May I was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated. My surgeon at Shubra Community Hospital recommended a partial thyroidectomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for September. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $930, and after what our health plan will pay, I'm still $650 short. Doctors at Shubra Community Hospital told me a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without a partial thyroidectomy. I work as a delivery rider, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $930 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a delivery rider 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 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 $650 goes: • Post-operative medication: $45 • Travel and lodging for the family: $80 • Physiotherapy sessions: $100 • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $425 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Yasir