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Urology of Central PA reopened our Ambulatory Surgery Center on May 4, with a careful approach to ensure we follow all PA Department of Health and CDC guidelines.

Almost two months ago, we asked you to discuss delaying elective medical and surgical care with your urologist during the COVID-19 threat. Today, we are requesting that you speak with your urologist about resuming your normal care and procedures at UCPA.

At UCPA, we are making every effort to ensure the safety of our staff and patients with some additional protocols in place.

SAFE Approach at UCPA:
Safety protocols: We’ve expanded use of personal protective equipment – for both patients and providers. All of our staff and providers will be wearing masks and following CDC-recommended hand hygiene protocols. We ask that our patients wear masks into the clinic.
Adapting to new ways to treat patients. We will continue to offer telemed/telehealth.
Facility changes – we’ll create more space in the waiting room, fewer patients in the practice at any given day/time, extensive cleaning and sanitation protocols are in place.
Entry into the clinic – everyone will be screened prior to entry.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to keep everyone safe!

New guidelines from Governor Tom Wolf shared on Sunday, April 19, include direction for patients and caregivers to wear masks when in public places, such as healthcare providers’ offices.

UCPA is following these guidelines and requests that all visitors to our offices wear masks.

For more information on the guidelines, please visit https://www.pa.gov/guides/responding-to-covid-19/#UniversalMasking.

The physicians and staff of UCPA are committed to providing our patients with safe and effective urologic care.  During this time of national emergency due to the COVID-19 pandemic we continue to be thoughtful in our clinical decisions when meeting the clinical care needs of our patients. 

We are understanding of the unique needs of each individual patient and count on our patients to be active participants in their care.

In light of the COVID-19 situation, UCPA has successfully transitioned our patient appointments to video appointments. Telemedicine/Telehealth has been around for a while but has become widely used in the last couple of weeks and covered by all insurances.

For prostate cancer patients and survivors seeking support, we encourage you to look into these resources.

ZEROConnect
As more and more communities are being recommended to enter social isolation in order to protect the spread of the virus, the impacts may feel alienating and scary. If patients find themselves wishing for the human connection and support of another patient, survivor, or caregiver, ZEROConnect is there for them. An online support group that is nearly 2,500 strong, ZEROConnect invites members to share stories, photos, and ask questions of one another.

ZERO360
For patients who are struggling financially, need transportation, or require help navigating the health systems, call (844) 244-1309 for free, comprehensive patient support via ZERO360.

MENtor
For patients wanting one-on-one support with another patient or survivor, ZERO’s MENtor program can match you with someone who has been in your shoes. ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer’s MENtors are standing by ready to answer your questions and provide you with their insights and lessons learned.

Everyone at Urology of Central PA is proud to work with our own local hero – Alex Froseth.
Alex witnessed an accident in the Capitol Complex and pulled a person from the car while it was on fire.  She was recognized by the Capitol Police for her heroic actions at the end of January.Alex has worked with UCPA since 2007.  Thanks for making a difference, Alex, at UCPA and in our community.

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Do you know the difference between a little leak or a bigger bladder problem? Dr. Elliott discussed great info with Flora Posteraro and Carrie Perry from Chick2Chick.

Leaking urine does NOT need to be a forever problem. Learn how to get your flow under control at an educational seminar about Overactive Bladder on March 16, in Harrisburg. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/2uAasrv

The celebration honored the staff of Urology of Central Pennsylvania for their impressive impact in the fight against prostate cancer

Washington, D.C. — On February 23, 2020, ZERO rolled out the “blue” carpet for the second annual Bold for Blue Award Ceremony — a celebration of the passionate and dedicated men, women, and families who have made a bold impact in the fight against prostate cancer. The ceremony was held on the first night of the ZERO Summit, an annual gathering of prostate cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers from all across the country.

Prostate cancer deaths are projected to rise again in 2020, but when caught early, the rate of treatment and cure is high. UCPA spoke with abc27’s Pricilla Liguori about the importance of prostate cancer screenings, when men should be screened, and our free screening programs. Watch more here:

https://www.abc27.com/news/top-stories/free-screenings-available-as-prostate-cases-deaths-continue-to-rise/