COVID19-PROTECTED

How We’re Keeping the Office Safe

• Temperature check using infrared technology upon arrival for all patients and staff
• Rapid-testing for Coronavirus antibodies performed right in the office for every surgery patient
• Securing rapid tests for each patient to use on the day of procedure
• All patients must self-screen temperature for three days prior to procedure
• Patients receive paperwork electronically to reduce the use of office iPads
• All patients brought directly into a consult or procedure room
• Nurse practitioners ensure no cross-contamination of linens or medical waste
• Patients to wear a mask to the office; one can be provided for you
• Family and friends to wait outside the office; minors may be accompanied by one adult
• Heightened disinfectant protocols throughout office every three hours
• Nurse Practitioner Andrea Antelo is our designated sterility supervisor and ensures all standards are maintained
• Patient screening questionnaire 24 hours prior to all visits
• Staggered breaks for all staff to minimize contact
• Decreased number of patients seen in office daily
• No walk-ins accepted
• Patients preferring to wait in the car are texted when ready
• Full inventory of PPE available for patients and staff
• Hand sanitizer dispensers available in each room
• One-way patient flow system throughout office
• No handshakes or hugs at this time
• All CDC guidelines are followed