What do I need to bring to the hospital the day of my gallbladder surgery?
Nate DeislerFor most patients, gallbladder removal is outpatient surgery, and you’ll go home the same day. If you’re having open gallbladder removal surgery, you should anticipate a hospital stay of several nights and bring everything you’ll need for that time, including changes of underwear, glasses or contacts, headphones, and your medications.