All,
I understand that UTMB went to emergency status as of 7am this morning. All non-essential employees will be dismissed from Family Medicine and its clinics as soon as we are packed and the last patient seen.
At this time clinic staff should be contacting all patients with Thursday appointments (anytime) to cancel. We will need to see those patients we could not reach to cancel, and then pack the clinics as soon as possible.
Providers should take their white coat, badge and stethoscope with them as they evacuate, so you are ready to help see patients without returning to the PCP. We should be prepared to come back and assist the community after the storm.
Essentials with questions should contact Dr. Thompson. If anyone has any questions, you may contact me.
Please stay safe.
Julia Essex
I am an alumnus of the SOM class of 1995 and want to offer any help if possible. I live in South georgia where i currently practice, but can travel immediately if needed. I can also contact other fellow alumni if/when we are needed. We will all be on standby to help our school and community.