In the midst of the current threat from the COVID-19 pandemic, we at the Cebu Orthopaedic Institute (COI) are committed in making our clinic safe not just for our staff but also to our dear patients. We are adopting safety standards based on the recommendations given by WHO and DOH for everyone’s safety.
1. Screening
A triage area where patients and guest are requested to fill up forms to screen for any signs and symptoms of the COVID-19.
2. Protection
Please come with facemask and faceshield.
3. Temperature Checking
Foot bath, body temperature check, and hand hygiene with alcohol for both our staff and patients before entry into the clinic.
4. Distance Markers
Social distancing reminders and markers.
5. Social Distancing
Blocked seats to keep Social distancing in the Waiting area.
6. Crowd Control
To avoid crowding, we request that only the patient comes inside the clinic unless assistance is needed (eg. elderly, children, wheelchair bound, etc)
7. Hand Hygiene
Frequent hand disinfection among medical and non-medical staff.
8. Proper Protective Outfit
PPE gowns and gloves for both medical and non-medical staff especially in the treatment room.
9. HEPA Filter
We have placed HEPA filter air purifier device in the patient waiting area, our conference room, and Physical therapy center.
10. Acrylic barriers
Acrylic barriers between patients and doctors in the consultation rooms.
11. Cleanliness
Frequent cleaning and disinfection in the clinic such as the floors, seats, tables, walls, and even ballpens.
