Tri-Cities Gastroenterology remains dedicated to providing high quality patient care. With the recent COVID-19 outbreak,  both patient and staff safety are of utmost importance.  

As of May 1, 2020 the Executive order which prohibits elective procedures has expired. 

Screening colonoscopies and other endoscopic procedures may resume with appropriate social distancing guidelines. 

If you are exhibiting signs or symptoms of coronavirus such as fever, cough, shortness of breath OR if you have recently been in contact with someone who has been diagnosed (or suspected) with coronavirus please DO NOT come to the office. You may contact us to reschedule your appointment or procedure for a later date. 

If you are exhibiting severe signs or symptoms of coronavirus, Please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.                          

Tri-Cities Gastroenterology is accredited by the Accreditation Association of Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC).  Ambulatory Care Centers (ACS) are only able to complete procedures on patients that are deemed low risk. This generally means patients are healthier than patients requiring procedures in a  hospital setting.

All patients and staff are currently being screened for signs and symptoms of Coronavirus.  

All drivers for procedure patients are being asked to wait in the car for their friend/family member. 

High level disinfectants and healthcare grade cleaning products continue to be utilized for sanitation purposes in accordance with CDC guidelines.

In order to reduce risk and stop the spread of Coronavirus, all elective procedures are currently being deferred to a later date. 

Any patient currently scheduled for a screening colonoscopy, will be contacted by the office to reschedule. Other procedures will be completed on an as needed basis if deemed medically necessary/urgent. 

As of March 25, 2020 Governor Ralph Northam has signed an executive order prohibiting elective procedures. Failure to comply will result in a Class I Misdemeanor. This order has been extended and will expire May 1, 2020 unless otherwise notified. As of May 4, 2020 the practice will resume elective procedures with social distancing guidelines in place. 

To view a copy of the executive order, please use the link below. 

As of April 1, 2020, Tri-Cities Gastroenterology is offering Telehealth visits, the convenience of an office visit from your own home. To arrange a visit with one of our providers, please contact the office at 804-681-0556.  

The safety of our patients comes first. If you are able to complete a Telehealth visit vs scheduling an in person office visit, we would encourage you to do so during the COVID-19 outbreak.