UPHS-Marquette reimplementing visitor restrictions
— A support person with the patient in the Family Birthing Center at any time, including one certified doula or midwife during labor;
— Visitors accompanying outpatients scheduled for a procedure (operating room, endoscopy, cath lab, interventional radiology, etc.) may be present at drop off and pick up to hear discharge instructions. Visitors are asked to wait outside the facility during the patient’s appointment/procedure.
PLEASE NOTE:
— Visitors are not allowed for patients in isolation including those who are under observation for suspected or test positive for COVID-19.
— All designated visitors with approval to enter the facility are required to wear an appropriate mask or face covering. If you are unable to wear an appropriate mask or face covering, you may be denied entry into the facility.
— Visitors are not allowed in the Emergency Department. Exceptions include – a parent/guardian of a minor and when it is necessary to support the care of the patient, a single visitor will be allowed.
Screening Guidelines for Visitors
— Symptoms of a respiratory infection such as fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, muscle or body aches, headache, the new loss of taste or smell, sore throat, congestion or runny nose, nausea or vomiting.
Hours and Access
— The Emergency Department entrance is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
— The Bistro on Baraga will only be open for employees.“We want to reassure our communities that it is safe to come to the hospital should you or your family need care”, stated Gar Atchison, CEO, UP Health System – Marquette. “COVID-19 cases are currently a smaller percentage of our total patient volume. As a large regional hospital serving the residents of the Upper Peninsula, we are continuing to provide the necessary care our communities need.”
For up-to-date information, visit www.CDC.gov. You can also visit our website and view up-to-date COVID-19 information for UPHS – Marquette at www.mgh.org/coronavirus.