Heart Transplant Packing Checklist

Hospital Packing Checklist

📄 Important Documents

Driver’s license or photo ID
Insurance cards
Hospital/transplant identification information
Medication list with doses
List of allergies
Important doctor and transplant-team phone numbers
Advance directive / healthcare documents, if applicable
Emergency contact information

💊 Medications & Medical Items

Current medications in original containers
Medication schedule
Medication organizer, if used
CPAP/BiPAP equipment, if prescribed
Glasses and case
Hearing aids and case, if needed
Dentures and denture supplies, if applicable

👕 Clothing

Comfortable loose-fitting shirts
Sweatpants or comfortable pants
Underwear
Socks
Comfortable non-slip shoes
Robe
Jacket or sweater
Comfortable clothes for going home

🧼 Personal Care

Toothbrush and toothpaste
Comb or hairbrush
Deodorant
Shampoo and conditioner
Soap/body wash
Moisturizer
Lip balm
Electric or battery-powered razor, if permitted

📱 Electronics

Cell phone
Cell-phone charger
Long charging cable
Tablet or laptop
Headphones/earbuds
Portable battery/power bank

🏠 Comfort & Entertainment

Small pillow
Blanket
Books or magazines
Crossword/puzzle books
Notebook and pens
Family photos
Small comfort item from home

👨‍👩‍👧 Family / Caregiver Items

Caregiver contact list
Questions for the transplant/LVAD team
Notebook for medical instructions
List of important household responsibilities
House key / transportation arrangements

⚠️ Important: Hospitals have different rules about medications, food, electronics, valuables, and personal medical equipment. Check with your transplant/LVAD team before bringing or using anything that may be restricted.

📝 Notes / Things I Need to Remember

Heart Transplant & LVAD Hospital Packing Checklist