Abstract: A tray for surgical patties is a sterilizable, impervious planar sheet having a first upper surface with provided notches for supporting sterile surgical patties by the strings. A flat base member extends at an angle to the upper section and has a retaining lip parallel to but opposite the first upper section. Non-penetrating fastening such as smooth jawed alligator clips are provided at the upper corners of the tray permitting the tray to be suspended from the surgical drapes immediately adjacent the operating area. Holders on the outer edges of the tray are provided to hold an electric cautery, cutter and forceps. The tray permits the ready identification and removal of individual patties directly by the surgeon during the course of the operation significantly simplifying the surgeon's actions during the intricate operational procedures.