Dear Patients & Visitors:
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
As you're aware, the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is an emerging, rapidly evolving situation and we will continue to provide updated information as it becomes available.
For the most up to date information, visit the CDC website.
HOW DOES THE VIRUS SPREAD?
According to the World Health Organization, the disease can spread from person to person through small droplets from the nose or mouth which are spread when a person with COVID-19 coughs or exhales. These droplets land on objects and surfaces around the person. Other people then catch COVID-19 by touching these objects or surfaces, then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. People can also catch COVID-19 if they breathe in droplets from a person with COVID-19 who coughs out or exhales droplets.
HOW CAN I PROTECT MYSELF AND HELP PREVENT THE SPREAD OF THE VIRUS?
It is important to remember that COVID-19 typically causes mild symptoms, and the vast majority of people will recover fully from it. Adults who are 70 years of age or older and people with serious illnesses, such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, chronic respiratory disease, hypertension and cancer are more vulnerable to COVID-19. You can best protect yourself in simple ways by practicing the following:
- Wash your hands. Washing your hands with soap and water, or using hand sanitizer when soap is not available, is a great way to prevent the spread of any disease.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or face when hands are unwashed.
- Stay home when you are sick. The best way to stop the spread of this disease or any illness is to stay away from heavily populated areas like work or school when ill.
- Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.
- Clean and disinfect household surfaces frequently.
IS IT SAFE TO COME TO BGO?
Absolutely. Your safety and that of our staff is our highest priority. Our medical center was built for this, and we even offer a telemedicine platform so you can see your provider digitally on your smartphone. Contact BGO here or call 859-263-5140 to ask if this platform is available to you.
BGO will be actively screening every individual who comes in - this includes both patients and individuals accompanying patients.
BGO encourages patients to check-in online prior to their arrival.
SHOULD I CANCEL MY APPOINTMENT, PROCEDURE, OR SURGERY?
If you are healthy, there is no need to cancel any appointments, procedures or elective surgeries. If you are over the age of 60 and have underlying health conditions, please discuss with your primary care physician about the urgency of your orthopedic visit. We have rigorous systems in place for screening any person who presents with coronavirus symptoms, and then fully supporting their care as warranted. We want to assure you that we are taking every precaution to ensure your safety during your visit. As a part of these precautions, please limit the number of people joining you for your appointment.
There will be circumstances where we will be needing to reschedule certain surgeries. This is due to hospital decisions on elective surgeries and NOT due to the spread of the coronavirus. Please be patient with us as we try to accommodate each individual.
MORE INFORMATION
- For patients, general questions about our plans, prevention and more, please refer them to the BGO at (859) 263-5140 (Monday - Friday: 8AM to 5PM) or reach us online here.