St. Mary's staff actually supplied the dry erase board. They let you know what you will need and it isn't much. Having a friend or loved one to help you out is probably the main thing which will help with recovery and dealing with meds and a feeding tube for the short time necessary. There are a couple of hotels across the street from St. Mary's with very reasonable rates for family of patients, and a very short walk. Else, there is likely shuttle service from most area hotels as well. The city is amazingly geared toward the clinic and helping patients and their families such as dealing with last minute schedule changes.