In this unprecedented time, it’s important for the community to come together to protect those most at risk from the rapid spread of COVID-19. The steps taken on the local, state and national level to restrict activities and gatherings are difficult, but critical.
It’s only through strict social distancing that we can minimize the risk to our most vulnerable citizens and slow the spread of the virus to a pace that can be safely managed by those you entrust with your healthcare.
While the medical community has been preparing for an increase in cases with additional supplies and new procedures, those on the front lines of care need the community’s support. The faster the virus spreads through the community, the more likely our caregivers will be exposed, further straining our ability to meet the increased need for medical care during this pandemic.
We urge everyone to take these restrictions seriously. Only go out when needed and limit your exposure to others. Take all precautions and together we will get through this sooner, and healthier.
Signed,
John H. Gizdic
President and CEO
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Mary Rudyk, MD
Medical Staff President
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Heather Davis, DO
Medical Staff President
Pender Memorial Hospital
Paul Kamitsuka, MD
Chief Epidemiologist
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Philip Brown, MD
Chief Physician Executive
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
West Paul, MD
Chief Clinical Officer
New Hanover Regional Medical Center
Joseph Pino, MD
Executive Director SEAHEC
VP Graduate Medical Education
New Hanover Regional Medical Center