Help Patrice Get the Life-Saving Cervical Spine Surgery She Urgently Needs...

I’m raising funds on behalf of my friend Patrice, who urgently needs complex cervical spine surgery. Your help and support right now can make the difference between her moving forward with this critical procedure or facing the devastating risk of paralysis. Her surgeon, Dr. Ehsan Jazini, is affiliated with the Virginia Spine Institute and will perform the procedure at Reston Hospital Center. This surgery is necessary to relieve her severe pain, restore mobility, and prevent further permanent damage.

The surgeon’s cost for Patrice’s cervical spine surgery is $32,000, and her insurance only covers $12,000 maximum — no more. The remaining $20,000 must be paid upfront or the surgery will be canceled, leaving her at very high risk of paralysis. This amount does not include anesthesia, physical therapy, or other medical necessities she will need after surgery. Patrice will also be out of work for at least 12 weeks during recovery, provided there are no post-op complications or rejection of the artificial discs after placement.

Per her surgeon, there are three areas where Patrice’s spine is completely exposed with no protective fluid, making her dangerously susceptible to paralysis from even a minor fall, sudden movement, or accident — and even while asleep, she could awaken paralyzed. Every day that passes without this surgery increases the chance of irreversible damage, making immediate action critical to protect her mobility and quality of life.

The surgery is already scheduled. Afterward, Patrice will face an extended recovery period, during which she will be unable to work and will require ongoing therapy. This recovery time and treatment will add significantly to the financial burden she is already facing.

Patrice has already exhausted her personal resources trying to manage her health. Now, she urgently needs the support of her friends, family, and community to meet this life-saving goal.

How You Can Help Right Now:

Donate in any amount — every contribution moves Patrice closer to surgery.

Share this fundraiser link with your friends, family, and social media networks.

Spread the word and encourage others to give by telling them why this matters to you.

Your contribution — no matter the size — will help Patrice get the surgery she needs and cover the costs of her recovery. Every share, every donation, and every moment of support counts.

Let’s come together and help Patrice raise the $20,000 she must pay upfront so she can move forward with her surgery and focus on healing.

Please donate or share this campaign today. Your support can truly change the outcome.