Dear Patients,
If you have an upcoming appointment, please review our COVID-19 policies below (*updated 1/18/22):
Due to the high numbers of COVID-19, we will continue with the steps we have in place to provide the safest environment for our patients and staff. Regardless of your vaccination status, the following office rules apply:
- Only the patient is allowed in the office, except for obstetric ultrasounds. One partner ONLY may attend your initial visit ultrasound and 20-week anatomy ultrasound. We will have your partner return to their car after the ultrasound to wait while you have your exam with a provider (however, if you like, your partner may join the exam via speakerphone or Facetime!).
- We feel limiting the amount of people who come through the office is the safest and most cautious thing we can do to lower the risk of exposure to our especially high-risk patients, which include OB patients, women over 60, and anyone with lung disease, heart failure, active cancers, and diabetes. You will be asked to reschedule if arriving with children. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
- Telehealth Appointments: We will continue to offer Telehealth appointments for those who would prefer to stay at home.
- If you are sick or exhibiting any symptoms that could be associated with the Coronavirus we ask that you do not come to the office. Your appointment will be rescheduled or changed to a telehealth appointment.
Thank you,
Dr. Alan Murnane, Dr. Alicia Thompson and Staff
Please note our policy regarding all prescriptions:
If you are having symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infection, Yeast or Vaginal infection, or need to refill current medications, please note that we will require you to have an office visit or telehealth visit before the provider will prescribe any medications. For your safety, we require that you have a medical assessment with clinical reviews that are essential for safe prescribing. Thank you for your understanding.
If you are pregnant and have Covid-19, Westar OB Providers recommend the following to relieve symptoms and support your body’s natural defenses:
● Acetaminophen (Tylenol) to reduce fever
● Drinking water to stay hydrated
● Getting plenty of rest to help the body fight the virus
● 81 mg baby Aspirin a day-please consult with provider on when to initiate treatment
● Vitamins -D3 4000u/day, Vitamin C-1000mg, and Zinc 50 mg plus prenatal vitamin daily
● Treat symptoms and refer to the prenatal medication list
● Telehealths are offered for missed OB appointments due to Covid/quarantine
● Sonograms at 32 and 36weeks for fetal growth
If someone is showing emergency warning signs, get medical care immediately. Emergency warning signs include:
● Trouble breathing
● Persistent pain or pressure in the chest
● New confusion
● Inability to wake or stay awake
● Bluish lips or face
● Get to the ER if fever is >102.2 F and not reduced with Tylenol
Please do not hesitate to call if you have any questions or concerns. Patients should be tested if possible and we do not do testing in our office.
