COVID-19 Guest policy and screening process

Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health of our patients and employees, Houston Perinatal Associates no longer allows guests to accompany patients into our practice for their appointments.  In addition, our practice has implemented a new screening process to minimize risk to patients and employees.  We ask that all patients arrive early for their appointments to accommodate this screening process. 

Thank you for your understanding, as the safety of our patients and employees is our utmost priority. Together we can stop the spread of coronavirus. Learn how to protect yourself and others at the CDC COVID-19 resource webpage. 

Our mission is to provide superior quality healthcare services, and we look forward to continuing to provide our patients with excellent care.

 Please call the office you are scheduled to be seen at with any questions or concerns:

 Houston Perinatal Associates: 713-791-9700

As a reminder during this period of reduced mobility throughout the community, Houston Perinatal Associates provides comprehensive care for our patients at several convenient practice locations conveniently located throughout the greater Houston area.  Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health of our patients and employees, Houston Perinatal Associates no longer allows guests to accompany patients into our practice for their appointments.  Our practice has also implemented a new screening process to minimize risk to patients and ensure their well-being during their appointment.

In addition, our practice has compiled a body of helpful resources and guidelines from trusted sources for our OB/GYN community during the COVID-19 healthcare crisis. We hope that providing the quick references below will assist you in navigating the rapidly changing environment surrounding the COVID-19 crisis and how it relates to pregnancy. 

Our physicians are available to speak with you 24/7 to answer any questions you may have, from routine issues to those involving your most complicated patients. As always, our primary objective is to provide superior quality healthcare services to your patients, and we look forward to continuing to provide your patients with excellent care. Our practice will continue to provide relevant COVID-19 updates and guidelines as they become available.  

ACOG, AJOG, and SMFM resources

• ACOG Practice Advisory: Novel Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) 
• ACOG and SMFM Algorithm: Outpatient Assessment and Management for Pregnant Women with Suspected or Confirmed Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• AJOG MFM – Coronavirus Guidance
• SMFM Resources: Coronavirus (COVID-19)
• SMFM Webinar: COVID-19 Preparedness for OB/MFM
• SMFM ICD-10 coding tips for COVID-19 in pregnancy

Additional resources:

• CDC: Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and Pregnancy
• CDC: Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) Calls/Webinars
• Kaiser Family Foundation: COVID-19 Special Considerations for Pregnant Women
• Johns Hopkins University: Coronavirus Global Tracker

PubMed articles: COVID-19 and pregnancy:

• March 20, 2020: Expert consensus for managing pregnant women and neonates born to mothers with suspected or confirmed novel coronavirus (COVID-19) infectio
• March 18, 2020: Pregnancy and Perinatal Outcomes of Women With Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Pneumonia: A Preliminary Analysis.

During the COVID-19 crisis, our patients and their families remain our priority. To ensure access to care while minimizing potential COVID-19 exposure, we’re working closely with internal experts, hospital partners, and health care authorities at the national, state, and county levels to implement and adapt care protocols in real-time.

Despite this global pandemic, we are focused on the future; we’re working collaboratively across the continuum of care to understand better ─ and reduce ─ the impact of COVID-19 on the patients we serve.

Our practice has compiled a body of helpful resources and guidelines from trusted sources for our patients during the COVID-19 healthcare crisis. We hope that providing the quick references below will assist you in navigating the rapidly changing environment surrounding the COVID-19 crisis and how it relates to pregnancy. Our mission is to provide superior quality healthcare services, and we look forward to continuing to provide you with excellent care.

COVID-19 and pregnancy patient resources:

• ACOG: COVID-19 Pregnancy and Breastfeeding FAQs
• CDC Guidelines: Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
• SMFM and Baby Center: COVID-19 and Pregnancy FAQs – Medical Experts Answer your Questions