Commonwealth Eye Care Associates COVID-19 Update
As of 12:00 PM October 10, 2022
Here at Commonwealth Eye Care Associates, our philosophy is to care for you as we would care for our own family members.
In the ongoing situation of coronavirus (COVID-19), we want to reassure our patients that we are taking the necessary steps in accordance with CDC recommendations.
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COVID-19 Policies
We have implemented several new policies with your safety in mind. We appreciate your participation in helping us deliver the care you deserve at CECA.
The initiatives we have instituted are noted below for your reference.
Patients are no longer required to wear a mask for the duration of your visit.
Patient Screening
- On-Site Screening: Patients should expect screening on presentation to the office, including measurement of their body temperature
Companions and Visitors
- Companions: Patients will be allowed to have 1 companion accompany them to their visit.
Facility Limitations
If any of the following apply, your appointment will be deferred and rescheduled for a later date:
- Symptoms: Patients with elevated body temperature over CDC-recommended threshold, or history suspicious for exposure to novel coronavirus
- Exposure: If you or a household member have been recently exposed to COVID19
Sight-threatening emergencies will be determined on an individual basis for care and ongoing treatment, if you feel that you are having a sight-threatening emergency, please go directly to the emergency room.
Facility Preparedness
We have continued to keep up with our high standards of care and to genuinely care for you and your well-being. We understand your concerns about the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID19).
Fortunately, COVID-19 is susceptible to alcohol and bleach-based disinfectants that are commonly used to disinfect ophthalmic instruments and office furniture.
Knowing this, below are additional measures we are taking to ensure we reduce the spread of any cold, flu, or virus:
- Staff Screening: All staff are screened for symptoms and confirmation of body temperature upon initial arrival to our office(s)
- Sanitize: Sanitize surfaces in our exam rooms between each patient interaction, sanitizing hands after each patient and sanitize all common touch areas throughout our office regularly
- Education: Proper handwashing technique and avoid not touch their face and avoid touching eyes, mouth, and nose
- Interactions: Avoid handshaking, close interactions or detailed discussions, when unavoidable, wear a mask
Symptoms Check List
If you currently feel sick or have a fever, please reschedule your appointment and contact your primary care physician.
Symptoms range from mild to severe but typically appear between 2 to 14 days after exposure these include:
- Fever
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- New loss of taste or smell
- Headache
- Muscle/Body Aches
- Sore Throat
- Congestion/Runny Nose
- Nausea/Vomiting
- Diarrhea
Coronavirus (COVID-19)
What is it?
According to the CDC, coronavirus is Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a respiratory illness that can spread from person to person.
Prevention
- Wear a Mask: Most cases involve spread through air droplets, this is why it is imperative to use a mask or face covering in all public settings and personal interactions
- Avoid Close Contact: Maintain Physical Distancing of 6 feet or more to reduce your direct exposure to others
- Sanitize: Wash and sanitize hands often
- Monitor your Health: Be alert for possible symptoms, monitor your temperature
Rest assured that we are carefully monitoring the guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Virginia Department of Health (VDH).
Please utilize these website links from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for education and awareness regarding COVID19:
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