It’s time to get back on track and Jones Memorial wants you to know, it’s safe to come back.
“Because of
the COVID-19 crisis and the restrictions that came with it, people are
reluctant to come to the hospital or their provider’s office,” said Eva
Benedict, CEO at Jones Memorial. “We have implemented a number of safety
measures to protect our staff and our patients.” In addition having hand sanitizer
stations throughout the facility and universal masking and screening of all
patients and staff,
Jones is asking patients to call and make an appointment for outpatient
procedures like blood tests and x-rays. In addition,
anyone coming for surgery or who is an inpatient are tested for COVID-19. “It
is important that people understand that the hospital is a safe place,” added
Mrs. Benedict.
The Jones
Memorial Medical Practices are also safe. You will notice the difference as
soon as you arrive. Crowded waiting rooms are gone. Staff will be wearing masks
and other protective gear to keep you and them safe. You won’t be bumping into
other patients in hallways since we changed visit schedules and patient flow.
Some things you won’t see, such as the extra attention to cleaning that happens
between all patient visits. So if you have been delaying bringing your child to
the pediatrician for regular check-ups, it’s time to get back into the routine.
According to pediatricians Nishit Shah and Shachi Shah, who see patients at the
Women and Children Health Center, well-child visits are important to a child’s
long and short-term health. Getting immunizations on schedule and checking in
with the doctor about your child’s physical, mental, and social development are
vital. Even more important than keeping up with routine health care and well-child visits is the need to come to the hospital emergency department when you are experiencing unusual symptoms. “If you are experiencing chest pain, shortness of breath, sudden intense headaches, high or persistent fever, sudden confusion, unusual bleeding, swelling in the legs, sudden or severe abdominal pain, or sudden vision changes, you should get medical attention immediately,” said Kevin McCormick, MD, chief medical officer for Jones Memorial, “Heart attacks, strokes, pneumonia, and cancer are all more common than COVID-19, so it is vital that you seek medical attention immediately if you have any of these symptoms. It could be your body telling you that you have a more common, but possibly serious condition.”
Jones Memorial Hospital is a safe place to take care of your health.
