SVMC: COVID-19 Update May 8

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May 8, 2020
 
SVHC's Leaders Appear in 5th Video Update
 
 
 
SVMC's President and CEO Tom Dee and Chief Medical Officer Trey Dobson answered COVID-19 questions from the community at Wednesday's Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce/CAT-TV Lunch & Learn.
 
Assuring Your Safety as We Resume Your Care
 
 
On Monday, May 4, Governor Phil Scott announced that hospitals can resume elective outpatient services. In response, SVMC's outpatient surgeries and diagnostic services departments are re-opening with enhanced safety protocols.
 
 
5 Questions with SVMC's Chair of the Department of Surgery
 
Dr. Malcolm Paine shares his thoughts about resuming outpatient procedures at SVMC. Read More.
 
Meet Neurologist Dr. Emma Weiskopf
 
Neurologist Emma Weiskopf, MD, new to SVMC Neurology in March, is ready to see patients remotely and in the office. Read More.
 
 
What to Expect at Your Outpatient Appointment
 
Now that cases of COVID-19 in the state have plateaued, we are eager to provide the care patients had postponed. Read More.
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COVID-19 in Pets
 
News of COVID-19 spreading to animals is causing understandable concern for pet owners. Learn what you need to know to keep your family, including your pets, safe. Read More.
 
 
More COVID-19 Resources
 
Important numbers, frequently asked questions, articles, information about how to send a meal to your favorite department, and more are available on our website.
 
 
 
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