(RICHMOND, Va.) -- BetterMed Urgent Care, the leading private COVID-19 testing service provider in Virginia with over 9,000 patients examined and tested, is pleased to announce that it has taken an important step in advancing coronavirus testing in Central Virginia.
A BetterMed volunteer team signed up with the Virginia Medical Reserve Corp and joined forces with the Virginia Department of Health for the second time in a week to provide free COVID-19 testing services to Richmond’s underserved communities. BetterMed’s volunteers assisted with the nasal swabbing of patients seeking PCR (polymerase chain reaction) testing, while BetterMed contributed PPE (personal protective equipment) to protect staff and patients. In doing so, BetterMed provided crucial support to public health officials in the identification of infection cases which, in turn, will allow for quick treatment and isolation to prevent further spread. “BetterMed has been a tremendous partner-- they were one of the first clinics in the region to offer testing, and they have channeled that experience and expertise in a way that serves uninsured residents across the region,” said Dr. Danny Avula, Richmond and Henrico Health Districts. “Their volunteer teams have been incredibly helpful as we stand up community testing events."
In collaborating with the Virginia Department of Health, BetterMed was proud to work in concert with a public organization with deep know-how in ensuring wide distribution of testing. Such public and private partnerships are important in bringing together the strengths and collective resources required to solve the coronavirus pandemic. “For weeks, the BetterMed team sought ways to provide humanitarian assistance to underserved neighbors in the Richmond area. In pairing up with the Virginia Department of Health, we were able to build on their experience in planning and executing these initiatives. At the same time, as an agile private company, BetterMed was able to line up and mobilize large volunteer teams in short order. Such is the power of tackling challenges with a united front,” said BetterMed CEO, Mark Johnson.
About BetterMed Urgent Care
BetterMed Urgent Care is a privately-owned, multi-site health care operator that provides immediate care for illnesses, injuries and other conditions. Based in Richmond, Virginia, it was founded in 2012 by five emergency room physicians with a vision of delivering uncompromising and better patient experiences. From the outset, BetterMed has taken a patient-centric approach in delivering improved patient outcomes, affordable and efficient care and emotional experiences that exceed patient expectations. The company offers a range of urgent care services, including x-rays and onsite laboratories, that are typically delivered in 45 minutes or less. BetterMed offers its services in modern locations that provide a spa-like ambience. BetterMed operates 10 locations in Richmond and Central Virginia and 2 locations in Charlotte, North Carolina. Among BetterMed Urgent Care’s 200+ employees are many emergency room-trained providers and clinical teammates. Visit us at www.Bettermedcare.com. Follow us at https://www.facebook.com/pg/BetterMed and https://www.instagram.com/bettermedcare/.