In an effort to ensure patient safety and minimise the risk of exposure amidst the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, please take note of the following measures to be followed by the practice

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Scheduling precautions:

• No face-to-face consultations will be scheduled with new or existing patients who:

  • have travelled abroad within the last 2 weeks; 

  • have been in contact with persons who have tested positive for the coronavirus within the last 2 weeks; or

  • currently presents with flu-like symptoms, regardless or possible exposure.

• In above-mentioned cases, patients can instead request a consultation via Skype or telephone. 

• Any patient who wish to self-quarantine  or avoid public places can voluntarily opt to attend consultations via Skype or telephone. Please ensure that you have access to a reliable internet connection and inform our reception of your Skype name in advance. Dave's Skype name is psych.dave

• Whether appointments are scheduled by calling our reception, or via our website booking platform, please indicate if opting for an in-person, Skype or telephonic consultation.

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Physical precautions:​

• All patients entering the practice premises are requested to make use of the disinfectant spray provided at the entrance and throughout the interior of the practice

• Physical contact, e.g. handshakes will be avoided

• All precautions are taken to ensure that materials, e.g. pens and clipboards, are disinfected after every use

• Drinking water will no longer be available in the practice waiting room or the therapy room, and patients are requested to bring their own bottled water if needed

• Step-by-step hand-washing instructions are available in the bathroom and patients are requested to make use of the suggested technique when washing hands while at the practice and at home

• Cloth hand towels in bathrooms will be replaced with disposable paper towels

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What to do if you present with suspected COVID-19 symptoms:

• Do not immediately present yourself to your GP or hospital emergency room for testing

• Instead, call the  South African COVID-19 Hotline on 080 002 9999. The Department of Health will send a health representative to your home for testing purposes

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Online Resources:

• A Road Map to Finding Calm Amid Corona virus Anxiety

• Managing OCD about Coronavirus

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