For an inpatient stay at the University Hospital Zurich (UHZ), we recommend you bring the following:
- Important documents
Please bring in all of the following documents with you:
- Personal ID (identity card, passport or residence permit)
- Completed and signed
admission form if you haven't already sent it to us
- Insurance card (health insurance, accident certificate or IV disability insurance ruling)
- Appointment invitation from the hospital or doctor's referral papers
- Documents from prior examinations (x-rays, medical reports, etc.)
- Blood group and vaccination card, allergy ID, diabetes monitoring booklet or other medical ID cards
- Personal belongings
- Comfortable clothing (e.g. t-shirts, a tracksuit, dressing gown or bathrobe)
- Underwear, socks
- Pajamas or nightgown
- Slippers or sneakers
- A small amount of cash (e.g. for the kiosk), or bank card for the ATM
- Your toiletry bag: toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, comb, deodorant, razors, etc. (towels and bed linen are provided by the University Hospital Zurich)
- Books and magazines (you can also use our
library)
- Electronic entertainment devices (music, movies and games; use with headphones only please)
- If necessary: glasses, contact lenses, hearing aid(s) (with spare battery), walker
- Your private laundry can be cleaned for a charge at the UHZ if you stay with us for several days.
- It is best if you leave valuables, credit cards, etc. at home as the UHZ assumes no responsibility for your personal belongings
- Pets are not allowed to accompany you
- If available
