The Kelowna Wellness Clinic Covid-19 Update: May 19, 2020
Dear Valued Patients,
The Kelowna Wellness Clinic will be reopening Tuesday May 19th. We will be strictly following the guidelines set out by the provincial health officer, WorkSafe BC, and the colleges of Naturopathic Physcicians, Chiropractors, and Physical Therapists of BC.
We are implementing some procedural changes for everyone’s safety.
Here are some of the measures we are implementing:
- Pre-screening all patients 1-2 days before appointments.
- Screening all patients upon arrival at the clinic.
- Any patient who has flu-like symptoms, has been in close contact with anybody suffering from flu-like symptoms, or has travelled outside of the province in the 14 days prior to their treatment will be rescheduled for a later date.
- All staff and practitioners are screened daily.
- Practitioners are following the guidelines and recommendations made by their respective colleges and associations. This includes:
- PPE (Personal protective equipment) guidelines for use.
- Cleaning guidelines for treatment rooms and common areas.
- Practitioners have altered their schedules to reduce patient flow in order to promote physical distancing within the clinic.
- Physical distancing measures are set up in all clinic areas.
- Chairs have been removed and spaced out 6 feet apart.
- Plexiglass installed on the reception desk.
- Hand sanitizer placed throughout waiting room, front desk, and each treatment room.
We have removed magazines, remotes, water cooler, and other non-furniture items that have a high touch.
- We are following the guidelines from the BCCDC Environmental Cleaning and Disinfectants for Clinic Settings.
Some other points to consider:
- Please bring your own mask.
- Please use hand sanitizer upon entering and leaving the clinic.
- We ask that only patients enter the clinic. Please do not bring children or other family members/friends unless they are a caregiver.
- Please continue to physically distance (2 meters/6 feet) as much as possible).
To learn more specific details about the guidelines for health care professionals from the BCCDC, WorkSafe BC, and the Naturopathic, Physiotherapy, and Chiropractic colleges, click on the below links.
- BCCDC: http://www.bccdc.ca/Health-Professionals-Site/Documents/COVID-19_MOH_BCCDC_EnvironmentalCleaning.pdf
- Naturopathic College: https://www.cnpbc.bc.ca
- Physiotherapy College: https://cptbc.org
- Chiropractic College: https://www.chirobc.com
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Stay Safe.
The staff at The Kelowna Wellness Clinic.
Previous Post from March 15, 2020
Dear Valued Patients,
Due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 virus, the Physiotherapy, Chiropractic, and Naturopahic Associations have recommended clinics be closed to “in office” treatments in order to respect the social distancing protocols being rolled out across the nation.
We believe the health and safety of our patients and staff is the first priority and will be adhering to these recommendations and closing for “in office” treatments until these recommendations are lifted. Dr. Barlow, Dr. Stehmeier, and Adam Bernard plan to return to the Kelowna Wellness Clinic for the week of April 13th. However, this return to “in office” treatments may be delayed further if recommended by their respective regulating bodies.
Dr. Barlow is planning to return to his practice for the week of March 30th for phone or skype consultations. If you have an appointment already booked it can still take place as a phone or skype appointment. If you would like to book a new appointment to review outstanding lab results or consult on a health concern please contact the office to schedule an appointment. Supplements and prescription refills will continue to be available for pick up or delivery throughout the closure to “in office” treatments.
The Kelowna Wellness Clinic will not have any formal reception hours till at least the week of April 16th.
Please call and leave a message for your request and we will contact you to make arraignments.
If you have questions or concerns, you can contact:
Adam Bernard: adam@dynamicedgephysio.com
Dr. Josh Stehmeier drstehmeier@gmail.com
Dr. Brent Barlow info@drbrentbarlownd.com
or call the clinic 250-448-9097 or 250-448-5610
Thank you for your understanding,
Adam Bernard MSc.PT
Dr. Josh Stehmeier, DC
Dr. Brent Barlow, ND