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November 2020 Broadcast

As cases increase across the nation, Southwest Orlando Family Medicine strongly advises all patients to continue following COVID-19 safety guidelines, including wearing a mask, frequent hand washing, and social distancing. You can read more about our updated guidelines, as well as changes to TeleHealth screening requirements for domestic travel and healthcare workers, on our Patient Advisory page.

For patients who need testing in order to travel, please review our COVID Travel Guidelines before planning or scheduling domestic and international travel.

Abbott ID Now Molecular Rapid Testing for COVID-19 is now available at our offices. A gold standard in laboratory testing, molecular testing provides safe, fast, and accurate results. You can learn more about Rapid Testing here.

It’s important for patients to know the difference between Molecular Testing and Antigen Testing, especially when it comes to Negative Results in symptomatic patients. Learn more about the testing types on our Patient Advisory Page.

Upper Respiratory concerns are common in the fall, especially with Flu season upon us. If you haven’t gotten your flu shot yet, schedule your Drive-Up Flu Shot appointment now.

Thank you for entrusting Southwest Orlando Family Medicine with keeping you and your loved ones healthy and safe.

Additional Patient Resources

COVID Holiday Safety: Read our recommendations on how you can celebrate the holidays safely this year.

Get Your Flu Shot: Help protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Do Masks Really Work: Our comprehensive resource guide on mask use.

Your Visit Page: Make the most of your appointment with our guides for new and established patients.

TeleHealth Page: Review step-by-step tutorials on how virtual visits work, how to book your appointment, how to participate in a virtual visit, and FAQs.

Self-Pay Membership Page: Are you or a loved one in need of healthcare and currently uninsured? Learn about affordable and easy access to quality healthcare for patients without insurance.