What to bring to the Hospital?

[KimDB 0]

Hi guys, I guess I have to edit my signature. I was supposed to go in on Monday, but they bumped me to today. My surgeon is also a general surgeon at the hospital I'm at and he had another emergency that came in, so I was bummed to get a call on my cell phone right as I was leaving the driveway that I did not need to come in that day.

But, he did fit me in for tomorrow. From what the person said, I think someone else in the program was then moved to a future date to give me my spot (it all seemed very last minute) but I am taking it.

Well, now that I have a few more hours to post ... just wondering what to take to the hospital. Actually I am worried about valuables. I really, really REALLY want to take my phone and laptop. I understand I don't need to bring my wallet or jewelry, but what's the story? Do I need to worry that someone's going to steal my iPod while I'm in surgery?

[Nean4488 1]

Im guessing your staying overnight?

I didnt want to touch my laptop until today, 3 days out.

Why dont you let the person that is coming with hold your stuff?

I didnt bring anything cuz i wasnt staying over night.

[butterfly0510 0]

I brought my cell phone & MP3 player. I had them in a bag that the nurses brought to my room for me when I was done. I also brought some magazines.