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Response of an Obstetric Unit During the Coronavirus Disease of 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic: Experiences from a Tertiary Care Center

DOI

10.1055/s-0040-1716731

Journal Title

AJP Reports

First Page

281

Last Page

287

Document Type

Case Report

Publication Date

7-1-2020

Department

Anesthesiology

Second Department

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Abstract

Objective: To describe our experiences in preparing our obstetric unit in Westchester County, New York, during the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease of 2019) pandemic. We focus on describing our timeline, continuously evolving actions, observations, and challenges. Methods :With guidance from the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH), our institutional epidemiologist, and key multidisciplinary faculty members, we evaluated emerging national data as well as expert opinions to identify issues and challenges to create action plans. Results: We created and modified policies for our patients presenting for obstetrical care on the labor and delivery unit to accommodate their unique needs during this pandemic. Conclusion: The COVID-19 pandemic has posed many unique challenges. Balancing communication, risks of infection to providers, patient autonomy and rights, and resources for testing and personal protective equipment were among the valuable lessons learnt. We have shared our experiences and described our observations and challenges in Westchester County, New York.

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