Medical treatment at Swedish continues through COVID-19 uncertainty

May 20, 2020

As the mission to "flatten the curve" continues, so should your ability to rely on the healthcare system. In case of an emergency, every second counts. Don't waste any of that time wondering whether medical services are available to you.

Swedish clinics continue to offer treatment to their patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • Emergency services: Reserved for patients who need care immediately for a serious health condition
  • Urgent care: Dedicated to severe conditions that require same-day care but are not considered life-threatening
  • Telehealth: Online appointments that allow Swedish to treat minor conditions and reduce the number of patients who enter healthcare facilities.

While Swedish is working to reschedule routine appointments during the pandemic, they are still encouraging patients to keep their urgent surgeries and procedures on the calendar.

Read the full article on the Seattle Refined website.

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