Patient Visit/ Procedure Checklist

Remember to bring the following on the day of your appointment or procedure:

All bottles of medications you take, including over-the-counter medication, vitamins, and supplements
Please list reasons for taking, dosage, and how/when they're taken.
Inhaler
CPAP machine
For ortho procedures:
- Cane
- Walker
- Crutches
- Brace
Please provide a list of any allergies you may have to medications or foods. Additionally, please describe the type of reaction you experience and the severity of your symptoms.
Please provide the names and phone numbers of your primary care physician as well as any specialists you may be seeing.
Insurance information- please bring current cards
Identification card
Your preferences for medical care in case you are unable to communicate (include Advanced Directive or Power of Attorney documents).
A list of questions or concerns to be addressed during your hospital visit, stay or after a procedure.
Please refrain from wearing any jewelry or piercings and leave them at home.

Medical Chaperone

Medical chaperones will be utilized for sensitive exams.

Care Partner

Choosing a trusted family member or friend as your care partner is crucial. Make sure to have their current contact information available.

A care partner is someone who:

Is an adult (18 years or older) and can stay with you for 24 hours post-op if required.
Will assist you with your care and make decisions about it.
Will be responsible for updating other family members.
Will support your recovery both in the hospital and at home.
Will ensure that your preferences, values, and goals are considered while planning your care.