What to Bring to the Medical Center
The most important thing you can bring with you is a complete list of your medications, their dosages and the times at which you take them. This list should be current, and include prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins and herbal preparations. It should list the dates that you last received influenza and/or pneumococcal vaccinations, as well as any known medication allergies. Also bring your insurance cards and/or Medicare card, organ donation information, and a copy of your Living Will/Advance Directive if you have one.

Please also bring personal toiletry articles such as a toothbrush, toothpaste, hairbrush or comb. We also recommend you bring sturdy slippers with non-skid soles for use when out of bed. We also have a supply of toiletries available on the unit. If you need something such as a toothbrush or comb, ask your nurse.

Small electrical appliances such as radios, tape recorders, blenders, electric shavers, clocks, fans, electric toothbrushes and hair dryers are not permitted in the patient rooms.

Please do not bring jewelry, cash or other valuables. The Medical Center assumes no responsibility for the loss of valuables, clothes or personal effects kept in your room. If you arrive by ambulance or have inadvertently brought valuables with you, a security officer will have the cashier deposit them in the Medical Center safe and you will be issued a receipt for use in claiming the items.

Upon Arrival

Room Assignment
You will be assigned to a room based on your diagnosis, physician's recommendations, and according to room availability.

Identification Band
All patients are given identification bracelets upon admission to help ensure your safety. Our team of caregivers uses the bracelet to help identify you. Your bracelet has your full name, date of birth and medical record number. In addition, the band contains a barcode that is used to help your caregivers identify you. Please do not remove this wristband. It is important for your safety that you let your nurse know if it falls off or becomes damaged during your stay. You may also receive color-coded bracelets depending on your needs.