Dr. Mike creates his own reusable isolation gown from plastic trash bags as his supply of Personal Protection Equipment dwindles while continuing to care for patients in his office. OPINION: Dr. Mike Speaks Out on the National Shortage of PPE The national shortage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in our nation is putting our healthcare [...]
On the March 18, 2020, Dr. Mike is invited by Jonathan T. Gilliam on his podcast, The EXPERTS, to reveal the reason the United States has been behind-the-curve in rolling our testing for COVID-19 in our community clinics and medical offices. In this powerful and revealing podcast, they discuss the practical obstacles facing healthcare systems [...]
Summit Medicine and Pediatrics highlights Dr. Peter Lin, Family Practice, Toronto, Canada. His Coronvirus Summary video is clear, concise, and most importantly, factual. This presentation is a must-see for all lay-persons who wish to understand the rationale for concern of further spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. "Before we speculate upon the more controversial aspects of [...]
As we struggle to understand and determine the risk of COVID-19 transmission both within our communities and within our healthcare centers and office, the data on this important issue remains inclusive. "When in doubt, keep it out... of your lungs. That's the safest approach to reducing the spread of COVID-19 until we can determine with [...]
Johns Hopkins University researchers have developed a new, efficient and rapid testing process for COVID-19. ”The biggest flaw in our national plan for containing the spread of the Corinavirus pandemic within the United States is a serious lack of ‘Point-of-Care’ testing ability.” — Dr. Mike Read the article here: Johns Hopkins University
Our first line of defense against the spread of infection and disease is always handwashing. Bacteria and viri collect throughout the day and are carried on the surface of our skin, easily transferred to and from telephones, keyboards and the hands of other people, and are the most likely source for infection, illness and disease. [...]
Summit Medicine and Pediatrics is informed and prepared for the COVID-19 pandemic. We are in contact with the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Arizona Department of Health (AZDH) and have developed an action plan to manage the unique requirements of this disease. From time to time, based upon the developing course of this [...]
The best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 is to wash your hands frequently with warm soap and water, and the best way to prevent dry, cracking skin due to frequent hand-washing is to use Mary Kay™ Satin Hands® every day. Dr. Mike washes his hands 30-40 times daily, and he uses the Protecting [...]
Jonathan T Gilliam invites Dr. Mike to lead his March 10, 2020 ‘The EXPERTS’ Podcast for an update on the COVID-19 pandemic. "Do not underestimate the potential impact of the Coronavirus pandemic; it will get worse before it gets better in our nation." -- Dr. Mike https://youtu.be/32mxqVrBvyU
Dr. Mike is the guest of Jonathan T. Gilliam on his podcast, The EXPERTS, to discuss the most recent updates and information about the pandemic COVID-19 outbreak. "Take this pandemic--and it is truly a pandemic--seriously, but do not over-react. Start with a return to the basics of infection control in the home before hoarding for [...]
