COVID-19

COVID-19 Update

Mr Russell is still taking consultations during the Covid-19 restrictions, and should be able to see all new patients within one to two weeks.

Your GP referrals will be reviewed case by case to decide if you can be safely assessed via a TeleHealth consultation. In some cases, a face to face consultation will still be required to safely assess your condition.

If you are deemed to require a face to face consultation, then a regular appointment in his rooms will be scheduled. Please note our secretaries will discuss Covid-19 precautions with you and ensure that do not meet any high risk criteria before attending the appointment. If there is any concern regarding this, then a TeleHealth consult only will be made.

If you require a Telehealth consult, a time will be scheduled. You will receive reminders for your upcoming consultation, which will include an email with a meeting link.

Before the Scheduled Meeting

If you are to receive a phone meeting, please ensure your phone is well charged, you are next to it at the scheduled consultation time and you do not move around during the call.

– If you are to receive a video meeting :
– Download the Zoom Application click here
– Open the App, create a free account and familiarise yourself with how it works
– Test your microphone (as this is how we will talk)
– Test your video (if you would like me to be able to see you in person)
– Please ensure you internet connection is stable

At the Time of the Meeting

– Open the Zoom program on your phone / iPad / laptop
– Click ‘Join Meeting’ icon
– Enter the Meeting ID you were provided and click ‘Join’
– Wait for Mr Russell to accept the meeting