Yes. Our practices and clinics are clean, and it is safe to seek care at our office. One of the core elements of properly managing infectious diseases is the cleanliness of our facilities, and we disinfect ALL equipment, reception and waiting areas, exam rooms, restrooms, chairs, door handles and other hard surfaces regularly through the day. We continue to follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for cleaning and disinfection of our facilities.
We continue to monitor crucial supplies closely, such as PPE and medications, and have adequate staffing to ensure that we can safely provide in-person appointments for our patients.
Our staff will call in advance to pre-screen you for potential COVID-19 symptoms. You are encouraged to bring your own cloth mask or bandana from home to cover your mouth and nose during your visit. If you are experiencing symptoms or think you may have COVID-19, it is important to call ahead before your arrival so our staff can prepare in advance.
Your experience in our office may look a little different than in the past, but this is because we have new processes and procedures in place to further protect your health during the COVID-19 pandemic. What should I expect during my office visit? Upon arrival at the facility, you will be asked the standard COVID-19 screening questions and asked to wear the cloth mask or bandana you brought from home to cover your nose and mouth.
Our clinics continue to limit visitors out of an abundance of caution, so your family member/spouse/friend/caregiver will be required to stay in the car during your appointment. Patient companions are limited to essential caregivers or one parent per pediatric patient.
You may see fewer patients while you are here, and that is intentional for now. We are currently spacing out appointment times in an effort to promote social distancing, conserve resources and protect the safety of all of our patients and employees.
Our care team may conduct your entire appointment or exam while wearing protective equipment, which may hinder your ability to see their faces. We do regret this, as the personal connections we have with our patients and community are what keep us going. However, this is an important precaution we are taking to protect you and our clinical staff.
Companions are limited to essential caregivers or one parent per pediatric patient, and the caregiver and/or parent must be screened and wear a mask. If the companion is needed for transportation only and is not an essential caregiver, we ask that they wait in their personal vehicle.
Children under 16 are not permitted to accompany patients to appointments. Children are only permitted in the practices if he/she is the patient. While we understand this may pose an inconvenience, this restriction is intended for the child’s safety and wellbeing.
When you arrive at the office, you will be asked the COVID-19 screening questions and asked to wear a mask. You are encouraged to bring your own cloth mask or bandana from home to cover your mouth and nose during your visit.
The questions are part of our standard COVID-19 screening process and include asking if you have…
Or at least two of these symptoms:
Whenever you are asked, please answer these screening questions honestly. If your office visit has to be postponed, it will be just that: postponed. It does NOT mean it will be canceled, and we will work with you to reschedule as soon as possible.
Patients have the ability to check in for their appointment via phone/text and may wait in their car until this appointment, if medically appropriate. Our staff can call/text when your exam room is available.
We continue to offer telehealth visits at this time. Call our office and ask when scheduling your appointment whether a telephonic or televideo visit is appropriate for your needs
If you have any questions, please call our team at 575-556-6400
Our highly trained surgical specialists are the finest team of surgeons in the region. Each surgeon is Board Certified in his or her specialty, using the latest techniques and advanced technology. We have the most admired and respected surgeons in southern New Mexico caring for you here at General Surgery Associates.