Coronavirus Disease 2019
We are asking that all patients call us PRIOR to their appointment if they have symptoms of a respiratory infection. We are rescheduling non-essential visits for patients who are considered to be high risk.
It is very important that people with even mild signs of illness (fever, cough, shortness of breath) stay home to prevent illness to others. If you have a medical emergency, call 911 and notify the dispatcher that you have symptoms of COVID-19.
We are also asking patients to call us from their cars when they arrive for their appointment. Check-in will take place over the phone prior to entering our office.
We have also implemented a policy of no visitors for appointments including of pregnancy confirmation visits and 20 week ultrasound appointments. Please do not bring children to your appointment.
INOVA Fairfax is also striving to protect patients and employees and have implemented visitor restrictions. Read more about Inova’s Temporary Visitation Policy.
Reliable resources for your review:
Inova Fairfax Women’s Hospital
The National Perinatal Organization
CDC: COVID-19 Vaccine While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
CNN: Pregnancy COVID-19 Vaccine Recommendation
Society for Maternal/Fetal Medicine
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
ACOG COVID-19 Practice Advisory
This situation is rapidly evolving. We are committed to maintaining a safe environment for our patients and staff and will make appropriate changes to our office and hospital policies as needed.