Dear friends and supporters,

Updated: I found a doctor who is taking my conditions seriously! Walking a way from the group that disregarded all the testing that was done through Scripps some years ago was my best move sooo...

...I am making some progress and am in need of support as I juggle Dr appointments and testing with the part time job I got so that I can pursue treatment for my neck and the diagnostics for the mass in my abdomen and right breast. Any funds go directly to accrued bills and some living expenses.

This is going to be a long haul - possibly requiring surgery for my neck (so that I can fully return to my professional career). Not sure if the need for surgery regarding the mass in my abdomen will stand but my new doctor said that what is going on in my breast is 'very' interesting and made sure that I get the biopsy that I had put off because of the insurance issues.

All of the above is good because this is originally what I thought I needed >>>

I'm reaching out seeking support so I can receive the medical care I need (surgery) as well as important diagnostic procedures that have been delayed.

It took many visits to lead up to the diagnosis of a need for surgery, a biopsy (breast), and also an MRI for my neck.

Due to complications with the insurance from my last provider the medical bills became unmanageable and I discontinued treatment.

This is very concerning to me but I do not really have a choice.

Any support you can offer would make an enormous difference in helping me overcome this hurdle. Your generosity means the world to me.

I am looking forward to being back to my vibrant self.

With gratitude,

Patricia

Last year - stacking bricks helping out with a Team Rubicon disaster _(fire) clean up mission - and from my San Diego days: Me and my students at CIBU, Squid and I's professional photos (lol)TEDxAFC in Barrio Logan.

Squid is such a lover!