As part of the Alberta government’s recovery plan, many health care practices were allowed to reopen on Monday, after being forced to close several weeks ago because of the coronavirus pandemic.
However, that doesn’t mean every health care professional is ready to welcome patients just yet. As with most businesses, the number of patients allowed inside will be reduced, patients will be given masks and barrier guards will be installed.
Lopetinsky said he and his staff felt the week of preparation prior to re-opening was much needed. “I think easing into all of this is best,” he said. “We have six weeks of patients to catch up on as well.