I was recently scheduled for Aug 3 with Dr. Elias Ortiz for my surgery. I was supposed to go in March and when the timing fell through, didn't spend as much time on the boards.

When I was on here a lot before, I used to see suggestions of things to bring to the hospital. I don't know if I just am not looking in the right spots, or what. Can you guys give me some suggestions? I would greatly appreciate it!

gym shorts to wear while walking the halls. you can't run around in those backless gowns - they should be outlawed, but i guess they're convenient.

There's a thread at the top of the Pre-Op Forum, I think. I took my own gown & robe & an extension cord for my phone charger, since the outlets are always too far away. Lip balm & slippers or flip flops for walking.

Thank you!!!

Take pads and immodium, I needed that and extra underware just incase.

HOSPITAL STAY CHECKLIST

Clothes

Comfy Pajamas / Nightgowns

Robe

Loose under clothes

Warm socks

House slippers

Loose fitting clothes to wear on the way home.

Personal Items

A supportive loved one!!!

Small firm pillow

Laptop Computer w/Skype

Cell Phone

Chargers / Cords

Reading materials

Reading glasses

Stuffed Animals ( ;o) )

Crafts

Spanish Dictionary (For MX)

Eye mask / ear plugs

Camera

Check w/Hospital on TV Charges

Pen / Pad of Paper

Pharmaceuticals

Lotion / Deodorant

Toothbrush / Paste

Shampoo / Conditioner

Blow Dryer

Snacks / Water

Throat Lozenges (Check with your Surgeon)

Lip Balm

Gas Relief Chewable or Strips

Breath Strips

Body Wipes

Tweezers

Heating Pad for pain relief

Thanks, y'all!

I've seen a few people mention ear plugs. Either because of loud hallways at night or construction going on during the day. This is a brief list of just some of the things I'm taking along with my clothes: My Kindle Fire HD, charger for that and cell phone (same one fits both), car charger adapter (for airplane), head phones, swimsuit (for the first day of pre-op hotel), meds I have to take daily, Gas-X, travel size everything, sunglasses, wet wipes and hand sanitizer.

I brought a pair of comfortable sweat pants, some pajama pants and a few t-shirts. I also brought my laptop and I'm hella glad I did because Mexico has some bitchin Netflix options.

Whoop whoop dr Ortiz is awesome! I was sleeved by Lopez and Ortiz.

My phone didn't work in Mexico, so think about that. I used my iPad constantly for tv and FaceTime/Skype calls. They let you change out of your gown prettysoonafter surgery there. So sweatpants or loose pants or shorts are good. Something with pockets so you can put your drain in there. A big t shirt. Something comfortable to wear out for when Abraham and Ricardo take you out n the town. Bring some cash to tip people and if you want souvenirs. Flip flops or slippers.

Last but not least, hemorrhoid cream if you have butt issues lol. I don't know how else to put it. There's some diareah that comes with it all...

Zoey had the most important suggestion--for me! Also take GasX strips. Lip balm is good, but I should have taken Neosporin. I got a big sore on my lip from the tube they stick down your throat (I guess-I was asleep!), and the Carmex didn't help. When I got home I tried Neosporin and that got rid of it.