updated: 29th April 2022
WE ARE OPEN AS NORMAL
The Government has stated that Podiatrists (Chiropodists) are key healthcare workers and medical appointments should continue to go ahead following the recent update on healthcare rules.
Can I leave the house for a medical appointment?
The rules are simple:
- we can offer appointments for all patients (including shielding patients) however certain rules still apply
- you must wear a mask
- do not attend if you have symptoms of covid
- use hand gel
- How do we consult with you?
- we use remote consulting technology (video and telephone appointments) where appropriate to do so. This is useful for assessment and review appointments, dermatological problems, acute injury assessment, rehab, etc.
- All of our paperwork, triage and consent forms and payments systems are now online.
- Our reception staff are still screened at our premises and have the correct PPE if they need close contact with people.
- Where we need to see you face-to-face we can do so as safely as possible due to the facilities we have and the PPE we must wear.
- We prefer payment by card (all of our sites have card machines) but we are also able to accept cash if you do not have a bank account (this reduces the risk of transferring covid-19 by hand)
- Strict rules are in place that must be followed when you attend for an appointment. These include:
- Washing hands/using hand gels
- wearing a mask/face covering if you have one
- remote systems are in use wherever appropriate (e.g. telephone and video consultations)
- following our staff instructions at all times
- You should not attend an appointment if you or any of the people you live with show signs of Covid-19. Please stay home and self isolate for the required period.
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Thank-you and please continue to follow Government advice
