Medical Bills due to dog bite

My name is Tammy and the daughter of Pat Shea. On April 7th there was a horrible accident that my dad tried to help with. A dog fight unfortunately occured in our back yard and trying to separate the dogs along with my husband and myself, my dad removed my 16 year old son out of the way and took the brunt of a very bad bite. Because of this dog bite, extensive multiple surguries have been required. His first one was on April 7th right after being admitted into the hospital. They were unable to close the leg due to swelling and needing a skin graft. The second surgery is scheduled on April 22nd hoping that a synthetic skin will be able to patch up what was removed due to the bite. We are unsure if the graft will take which may cause additional surgeries.

Pat was working as a security guard supporting his partially disabled wife. Now with this accident he has extensive medical, doctor and hospital bills. He will have to endure rehad once the leg has been closed and the graft takes.

My dad never asks for anything. He would much prefer to go without then to put anyone out. He is not one to be put in the spotlight even if it would save his life. He would much prefer to endure without asking anyone for help. But if anyone needed anything he would be the first one in line to do what is necessary. If you know Pat you know that not only would he give you his shirt off his back he would make sure you had a few to spare. He is my HERO!

Anything that you would be able to donate would help pay for all of his medical bills and help with supplementing their income until he is able to get back on his feet. Thank you for support even if it's nothing more than your prayers! BE CAUTIOUS...PICTURES ARE GRAPHIC

UPDATE: Pat had his surgery on April 22nd and we are patiently waiting to see if the graft takes. We will know more on Friday April 26th. There is a chance that he may need to do another additional graft but hoping that is not necessary.

Thank you all for your words of encouragement and prayers.

4/27: UPDATE

He had his appointment yesterday to check the graft. It's doing well but Pat may still need one more surgery. He's trying to keep his spirits up.

Thank you to everyone who has donated. Your thoughtfulness is very much appreciated.