Pediatric Department - Important Announcement Regarding COVID-19

Murfreesboro Medical Clinic • Mar 23, 2020

UPDATED May 7, 2020


Please see below for the most updated changes to MMC Pediatrics as of May 7, 2020. These changes have been put in place to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 to patients, parents, staff and doctors.


  1. ONLY well-child visits (check-ups), will be scheduled in the morning.
  2. All visit types (both sick and well-child) will be available in the afternoon. We will continue to have separate well and sick patient waiting rooms.
  3. Only 2 MMC pediatricians will be rounding at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital nursery each week. It is likely that you will not see your child’s pediatrician at the hospital but patients will be able to schedule follow up appointments with their pediatrician.
  4. It is encouraged to only have one parent/visitor per child at any visit. All nonessential visitors are encouraged to wait outside of the building or at home.
  5. When entering the clinic, staff and providers will be seen wearing a mask. We respectfully request all adults and children over the age of 2 to wear face coverings, as recommended by the CDC, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-faq.html
  6. We will check temperatures for all patients, caregivers and visitors that arrive for an appointment. This measure is put in place to protect patients, especially infants and children, being seen for well-child visits. 


These changes will be in effect until further notice. Please understand this is a fluid situation and our team of physicians and administration is working tirelessly to protect our patients, staff, doctors and community.


UPDATED May 1, 2020


In addition to the changes made on March 23 (see below post), MMC Pediatrics will now be checking temperatures for all patients, caregivers and visitors that arrive for an appointment. This measure is put in place to protect patients, especially infants and children, being seen for well-child visits.

In addition to regular, thorough cleanings, our staff will be taking extra precautions by cleaning frequently touched surfaces more often throughout the day.

Lastly, we encourage all adults and children over the age of 2 to wear face coverings,as recommended by the CDC, https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/cloth-face-cover-faq.html


Thank you for your cooperation.


UPDATED April 6, 2020


Having a sick child isn't convenient. Telehealth visits are.

You can now see your child's pediatrician for minor medical and behavioral health care using live video visits on your favorite device.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Call to schedule an appointment.

2. Download the Zoom app or visit zoom.us.

3. Create an account and log in.

4. Click "Join a meeting" and enter the personal meeting ID previously provided to you.

To learn more about telehealth visits, see www.mmclinic.com/telehealth. 


Call (615) 867-8020 to see if your child’s upcoming appointment qualifies for a telehealth visit!


UPDATED March 22, 2020

See below changes to MMC Pediatrics department starting Monday, March 23rd. These changes are being put in place to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19 to patients, parents, staff and doctors. 

  1. All well-child visits(check-ups), will be in the morning. All currently scheduled afternoon well-child visits will be rescheduled. Staff will be calling parents to reschedule.
  2. All sick visits will be scheduled in the afternoon. MMC Pediatrics is asking all parents to respect this policy. This will help to ensure that our providers are able to take care of both well and sick patients.
  3. Only 2 MMC pediatricians will be rounding at St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital nursery each week. It is likely that you will not see your child’s pediatrician at the hospital but patients will be able to schedule follow up appointments with their pediatrician. 
  4. It is encouraged to only have one parent/visitor per child at any visit. All nonessential visitors are encouraged to wait outside of the building or at home.
  5. When entering the clinic, staff and providers may be seen wearing a mask. This is out of an abundance of caution and in an effort to protect our patients and staff.

These changes will be in effect until further notice. Please understand this is a fluid situation and our team of physicians and administration is working tirelessly to protect our patients,staff, doctors and community.

Your Child’s Health is Our Mission.

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