Dave Swart
Clinical Psychologist
MSocSc. (Clin.Psych.) UFS
Pr. No. 0493929
Derryn Swart
Clinical Psychologist
MSocSc. (Clin.Psych.) UFS
Pr. No. 0493864

Clinical psychologists

CORONAVIRUS PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
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:
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No face-to-face consultations will be scheduled with new or existing patients who:
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have travelled abroad within the last 2 weeks;
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have been in contact with persons who have tested positive for the coronavirus within the last 2 weeks; or
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currently presents with flu-like symptoms, regardless or possible exposure.
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In above-mentioned cases, patients can instead request a consultation via Skype or telephone.
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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
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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:​
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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
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Physical contact, e.g. handshakes will be avoided
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All precautions are taken to ensure that materials, e.g. pens and clipboards, are disinfected after every use
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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
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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
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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:
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Do not immediately present yourself to your GP or hospital emergency room for testing
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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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