*Watauga Medical Center
All who enter the facility are required to wear a mask and get a temp check
Parents are asked to wear masks outside their room.
Birthing person much have a Covid test upon entry
Once negative test is confirmed (40 minutes) entry allowed for
Laboring patients may have two (2) designated visitors. After the birth of the baby, only one (1) designated overnight visitor may stay. The second visitor may return at 7:00 am and must leave by 7:00 pm. A doula will be considered the second visitor.
Certified Doula
1 Visitor - 18 years of age, healthy, wear masks, follow proper hygiene
Partners can be with the birthing person the entire time in the halls (masks)
Telehealth services are still available in order to best serve patients