Let's put this topic back on the surface, because this is not over yet.
The main surgery might be covered. But i know from my own circle of acquaintances, recovering from such a tread is a long, expensive and painful struggle. At the moment, we are on over 36'500$. Bronies, you are amazing.
Because living on a continent far away from the US, i never met her in person. But she's the reason why i am here, signed in exactly a year ago. And i love her art style.
And for those who have no idea who she is:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKD7F4ZqKhw
Deviantart: http://ponygoddess.deviantart.com/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/JennBlake616(Quite active comparing to Deviantart)
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1trurarity?_fb_noscript=1