Archive April 2020
How-to Schedule a Telehealth Appointment Online
This is an instructional how-to video that demonstrates the steps to schedule a telehealth appointment online with State of Franklin Healthcare Associates.
SoFHA CEO Speaks About Patient Safety and Telehealth
As the state of Tennessee reopens, State of Franklin Healthcare Associates’ CEO, Richard Panek, speaks about continued patient safety and the telehealth option. Read more on the Johnson City Press website. https://www.johnsoncitypress.com/Health-Care/2020/04/26/Governor-to-issue-reopening-guidance-for-health-care-providers-in-coming-days.html Related Video: SoFHA’s CEO, Richard Panek, talks about the organization being open for business; trained and ready for telehealth.
FREE COVID-19 Testing for Any Tennessean
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has announced free COVID-19 testing for any Tennessean, regardless of their symptoms, at drive-thru screening sites across the state. The Governor and Commissioner of Health encourage anyone who doesn’t feel well, even if their symptoms do not match traditional COVID-19 warning signs, to visit one of the screening sites to be…
Five Great Online Resources for Kids
As parents we know that things can get a bit tensive in our homes when family is stuck together for long periods of time. Help your child during this period by providing new and continual learning opportunities. To get you started, here is a list of 5 great online resources for kids to help kick…
Your Safety. Our Focus
Protecting our patients and the community from COVID is top priority for State of Franklin Healthcare Associates. Here are 3 steps that we are taking to protect you. Our employees are screened for COVID symptoms prior to entering buildings. All patients requesting an appointment are screened for COVID symptoms. If we have safety concerns they…
Thomas Gill, M.D. Talks About Pediatrics and SoFHA TeleHealth
Dr. Gill explains how pediatrics at State of Franklin Healthcare Associates is caring for their young patients during COVID-19. Read and hear more about the impact of COVID-19 on children by following this WJHL.com link: https://www.wjhl.com/coronavirus/local-health-official-says-cases-of-covid-19-are-mild-for-most-children/.
David Moulton, M.D. Talks About SoFHA TeleHealth
Dr. Moulton explains how State of Franklin Healthcare Associates is helping to protect its patients and healthcare workers from COVID-19 through pre-screening via SoFHA TeleHealth. Read and hear more about State of Franklin Healthcare Associates launching telehealth services on WJHL.com by following this link: https://www.wjhl.com/local-coronavirus-coverage/state-of-franklin-healthcare-launching-telehealth-services/?fbclid=IwAR07ofm4-YumtfLjI8qUB8XIx4FUwsWI66_Vr4spcKMCjGt3ZAGVljdw63c
State of Franklin Healthcare Associates Announce Telemedicine Options During COVID-19
On Monday, State of Franklin Healthcare Associates announced the implementation of “telehealth” appointments, allowing patients access to remote care via a computer, tablet or smartphone with video and audio capabilities. Read more at Johnson City Press: https://www.johnsoncitypress.com/Health-Care/2020/03/30/Health-care-providers-announce-telemedicine-options-during-coronavirus-pandemic.html?ci=content&lp=2&p=1
