Attending Galway Medical Centre from Tuesday 23^rd Of November

In response to SA boarders opening on 23/11/2021 the following restrictions will be implemented:

• Patients attending routine procedures/appointments without Covid19 symptoms, we ask that you REMAIN IN YOUR CAR and phone reception to let them know you are here. They will advise you when the doctor is ready for you to come directly in to the consulting room. When in the surgery please practice social distancing, use the hand sanitiser and avoid unnecessary touching of surfaces and equipment etc.
• Any patients with respiratory symptoms such as a cough, fever, nasal congestion, loss of smell, sore throat, ear issues, headache, feeling fatigued or lethargic, or who have travelled to an exposure site or have had contact with a confirmed case of Covid-19, will be offered a telehealth consult ONLY (gaps will apply). It is recommended that anyone with respiratory symptoms arrange to have a swab for Covid-19.
• Patients who have received two doses of the vaccine and children under 12 (must be accompanied by a fully vaccinated caregiver, wearing a surgical mask) with none of the above respiratory symptoms will be seen in a standard face to face consult.
• Please note, masks must be worn in the surgery at all times – Exemptions do not apply.
• Health assessments, GPMP, skin checks, and childhood immunisations will continue as usual- we ask you call and cancel/reschedule appointment if experiencing Covid-19 symptoms.
• Patients who have not received their COVID vaccinations will be offered a telehealth consult and if you need to be seen face to face, your GP will discuss the options with you during this phone call.

Your health and wellbeing is important to us therefore we have multiple measures in place to ensure your safety when attending appointments. With your cooperation the staff at GMC will continue to provide care safely.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 8351 2211

SA COVID-19 Information line 8am – 8pm 7 days 1800 253 787.

National coronavirus and COVID-19 vaccine helpline: If you need information about COVID-19, COVID-19 vaccines or help with the COVIDSafe app, call the telephone number 1800 020 080.