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CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)

At Pediatric Associates of Lawrenceville, the health and well-being of our patients, families, staff and community are a top priority. We understand the concern and uncertainty surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19) and we are committed to being responsive to the needs of our families as the situation evolves.

We have taken measures always to maintain a clean office, but considering the current state, we are increasing the frequency of sanitizing surfaces such as doorknobs, counters, and chairs. In addition, our nightly cleaning staff is taking extra precautions. As always, our staff washes their hands frequently, including before and after each visit.

Effective Thursday March 26, 2020, we are adjusting our schedule so that well child checks and other appointments are separated. We also will be offering Telemedicine visits where medically appropriate. Click here to learn more.

If you have any questions, please call our nurse advice line at: (770) 277 - 6725.

APPOINTMENTS

When you arrive:

1. To minimize the number of visitors to our office, we ask that every patient be accompanied by only one family member if possible. Please contact the office for special circumstances.

2. When you arrive, please WAIT IN YOUR VEHICLE.

1. Well Appointments: Please park in the normal parking lot in the front of the building. You should receive a text message the evening before your appointment with a link to OneMD.

2. Sick Appointments: Please follow the PAL Curbside Signs to the back parking lot and pull in a numbered space. Please scan the QR code to begin the check in process (you will be directed to OneMD)

3. Next, you will receive a phone call to collect any copays.

4. Our staff will contact you when your room is available.

If you do not receive the link, scan this QR code

WHEN TO BE SEEN-

We are still seeing patients for well checks & annual physicals. We are using dedicated well check rooms, entrances, & waiting areas to promote safety & cleanliness.
If your child experiences any of the following CALL our office for further advice:
- Difficulty breathing
- Persistent coughing
- Behavior that is not normal for your child
- Fever that is not responsive to fever reducing medications
- Crying without ability to be consoled
- Refusing liquids with decreased urine frequency

Many sick visit appointments can utilize Telemedicine virtual care. For more information, click here.
The following chart represents who needs to be tested:

Fever or signs/symptoms of lower respiratory illness (e.g. cough or shortness of breath)	AND	Any person who has had close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 patient within 14 days of symptom onset.
Fever or signs/symptoms of lower respiratory illness (e.g. cough or shortness of breath)	AND	A history of travel from affected geographic areas with 14 days of symptom onset
Fever or signs/symptoms of lower respiratory illness (e.g. cough or shortness of breath) without alternative explanatory diagnosis	AND	No source of exposure has been identified

KNOW HOW TO PROTECT YOUR FAMILY-

Wash hands:

Use soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Wash for at least 20 seconds

Avoid:

Touching eyes, nose, mouth
Close contact with people who are sick
Contact with others when you are sick
Avoid mass gatherings
Practice social distancing by staying 6 feet away from others

Respiratory Etiquette:

Cover your mouth with a tissue when coughing or sneezing
Discard the tissue in the trash
Wash hands or use sanitizer after touching the tissue

Cleaning:

Disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces with regular household cleaning products
Clean your cell phones and any other electronic devices with approved wipes or cleaning products