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Covington Women’s Health Specialists’ In-Office Visits Safety Procedures
Safety is our top priority and we want to keep you updated on our processes for your visit to our offices that protect the health of our patients, employees, and the community.
In regards to COVID-19, we are actively monitoring its overall status in the community and following CDC and DPH guidelines. As needed, we will adjust our in-office visit policies to protect the overall health and safety of our patients and employees.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We appreciate your cooperation as we strive to accommodate your needs and keep everyone healthy.
Masks or Face Coverings are Recommended for Patients
Additional Guests are Permitted
Other Protocols
Equipment Restrictions
Masks or Face Coverings are Recommended for Patients
As of March 2023, masks are no longer required but strongly encouraged for patients to wear. While our mandates have relaxed, please keep in mind that some physicians will require masks for their patients. This is for everyone’s health and safety. Thank you for your understanding.
Additional Guests Are Permitted for Pregnant and Postpartum Patients
In order to limit the amount of people in our waiting rooms, we would prefer for patients to not have guests at their appointment. However, if you are pregnant or just recently gave birth, please familiarize with our policy that allows a support person or baby at your next appointment.
Support Person for Pregnant Patients
We understand the variety of needs for a support person at your visit. Expecting mothers can bring a support person to any OB-GYN appointment, not just ultrasounds. The support person must be 18 years or older and can be a spouse, partner, family member, or friend.
We encourage patients to utilize videoconferencing on their personal devices or have their support person on speakerphone for the duration of the appointment.
Babies at Postpartum Appointments
Patients are welcome to bring their babies to postpartum appointments as long as the baby remains in a carrier, such as a car seat. For the safety and comfort of our patients, babies cannot be held or worn during the appointment. Please note that our office staff cannot supervise unattended children, and patients will need to reschedule if this policy is not followed.
Other Protocols
Stay Up-to-Date on Vaccinations
We strongly encourage all patients, especially those who are immunocompromised, pregnant, or postpartum, to stay current with their vaccinations. For more details, please refer to our guide on Safe and Recommended Vaccinations During Pregnancy.
Temperature Screenings
If there is an increase in reported cases of flu or COVID-19 in our area, we will be taking temperatures as part of appointment screening. Anyone with a fever will be asked to leave and reschedule for when they are not sick.
Handwashing Strongly Encouraged
Wash your hands after touching surfaces that may be frequently touched by other people, such as door handles, tables, etc. You also need to wash your hands before touching your eyes, nose, or mouth. Read why you should avoid alcohol-based hand sanitizers during pregnancy.
Telehealth Visits
We will continue to implement televisits as a scheduling option for certain healthcare needs that can be provided over the phone without an in-person visit.
Equipment Restrictions
Our priority is always to provide the highest quality care while ensuring the safety and well-being of all our patients.
We have taken into consideration various factors, including equipment limitations and safety protocols within our practice. Unfortunately, at this time, we are unable to accommodate patients who weigh over 500 pounds due to the constraints of our current equipment.
We understand that this news may be disappointing, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. It is essential to us that every patient receives the care they need in an environment that can fully support their specific requirements.
We genuinely care about your health and well-being. Our intention is to ensure you receive the appropriate care in a safe and comfortable setting. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to assisting you further and helping you navigate this situation.
