We are working vigilantly to do our part in preventing the spread of COVID-19. We now have new COVID-19 protocols to protect our patients, guests, staff, providers and community.
Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates, PC is now offering virtual care (also commonly referred to as telehealth or telemedicine) for office consultations allowing you to visit with a provider without having to come into the facility. Utilizing Zoom technology, our team can conduct a normal office visit with the exception of a physical exam. Additionally, if you are comfortable, family members and other caregivers are welcome to attend your virtual visit.
To schedule a virtual care visit, please call our office at (402) 397-7057. Our schedulers are available by phone from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday thru Friday to schedule virtual care visits.
Midwest Endoscopy Services, LLC has resumed both upper endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. Please call our office at (402) 397-7057.
Prior to arrival to your appointment, ensure you have not had any of the following symptoms in the last 14 days. If you have one, or combination of the following symptoms; refrain from leaving your home and notify us at (402) 397-3057 to reschedule:
- Fever to 100.4 F (38C) or higher
- Cough
- Shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chest pain
- Sore throat
- Loss of sense of smell or taste
- New onset of fatigue or lack of energy
- New onset nausea with or without vomiting
- New onset diarrhea
- Any other significant new or unusual symptom
Unfortunately, we are unable to diagnose and treat patients with COVID-19 in our clinics. If you suspect you may have COVID-19 or have ANY of the symptoms above; please contact your primary care provider or applicable local health department.
All patients scheduled for an appointment will be required to pass the screening criteria at the front door, we will ask you to sanitize your hands and wear a mask when entering the clinical area. We ask that you come alone to your appointment. Exceptions will be made for parents or guardians of children who are minors or other caregivers. If you need a driver we request the driver remain in the car and be available by phone as needed.
International travel within 14 days will remain be restricted. As an organization we will continue to recommend essential, local travel only i.e.: medical appts, pharmacy, place of employment. However, if you choose or must travel within the US, protect yourself during your trip by:
- Cleaning hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds especially after you have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing
- If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub your hands together until they feel dry
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
- Avoid close contact with others
- Keep 6 feet of physical distance from others – avoiding close contact is especially important
- Wear a cloth face covering/mask in public
- Cover coughs and sneezes
- Avoid large crowded tourist attractions and events
- Avoid densely populated metropolitan areas or counties states or cities with current escalating “hot spots”
If you have traveled to and from high risk areas based on the CDC and local Department of Health and Human Services recommendations, we ask that you call in advance of your appointment.
For more information related to travel visit https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html and https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/travel-in-the-us.html
We care about your health and well-being. Please do your part to reduce your risk and help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Refer to the resources below for more information and guidance.
We appreciate your cooperation and patience as we work together to keep everyone healthy and safe.
Sincerely,
Midwest Gastrointestinal Associates, PC
Midwest Endoscopy Services, LLC
Additional Information on COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services
http://dhhs.ne.gov/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx
