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have both included pre-screening processes for all individuals
entering their facilities.
“Both of our hospitals include pre-screening at entrances,
limited visitation, an enhanced cleaning protocol and universal
masking,” Woods said. “We are also treating all COVID-19
patients in an isolated area to ensure that our hospitals are a
safe place for care.”
OPTIONAL CARE
The majority of St. Lucie Medical and Lawnwood’s medical
staffs, which include primary care doctors and specialists,
also offer telehealth appointments as an option for patients.
“Patients who may be more comfortable receiving care
from the comfort of their home are able to utilize the telehealth
option,” Woods said. “Both CareNow Urgent Care
and Heart and Family Physicians facilities are also offering
patients telemedicine options.”
Across the board, people are witnessing a revolution in the
way that healthcare visits are carried out. As COVID-19 continues
to pose a risk to Americans, these safety precautions
not only keep doctors and nurses safe, but patients as well.
“Virtually all of my patients are glad that telehealth has
been available as an option to continue their care during this
detrimental time,” Porth said. “Some patients have even
expressed their desire for the option to do telehealth when
applicable after the pandemic. Unfortunately, I have seen the
COVID pandemic cause depression for some of my patients
because their routine has been greatly affected.”
While doctors have had to adjust to telehealth as the “new
normal,” so have patients.
“I am happy to do it as I know it is in the best interest of
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