
Whether planning a hospital stay or visiting a loved one in our care, we look forward to providing you with the best experience possible at Altru Health System. We strive to provide a warm, welcoming experience for every person who walks through our doors.
We know how vital it is for patients to have the support of friends and family while they are in the hospital. However, our top priority is keeping our patients, staff, and community safe and healthy. While we are allowing visitors in some areas, we do still have some restrictions in place to ensure a healthy environment for patients and staff. Thank you for your understanding and assistance.
The following visitor guidelines apply to all our facilities:
We created this video to help our patients understand what they can expect during their stay:
Anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 must have completed the CDC-recommended quarantine prior to visiting inpatients.
Masks are currently recommended for all patients and visitors at Altru.
Some departments may require patients and visitors to wear masks depending on regulatory requirements. Currently the Dialysis and NICU (Neonatal Intensive Care Unit) departments require visitors to wear masks.
Patients who have symptoms compatible with COVID-19 will be required to wear a mask when receiving care at an Altru facility.
Altru Health System continues to evaluate mask requirements for patients and visitors.
We look forward to welcoming you, whether as a patient or as a visitor, and to providing you with comprehensive healthcare.
If you are visiting one of the facilities or participating in a program, these pages will help you plan ahead and know what to expect for your visit.
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