They regularly consult with Board certified specialists, who represent numerous medical disciplines. At the time of admission, each resident is assigned to a staff physician who obtains a medical history, performs a physical examination, evaluates all findings and formulates an initial plan of care. Re-examinations occur in accordance with an approved schedule of visits and as health needs dictate. Each resident is initially examined by our licensed dentist and then seen on a regular recall basis and when needs arise. Laboratory Hebrew Hospital Home is one of the few nursing facilities to have its own in- house, licensed laboratory, staffed by registered technologists.
Equipment is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
Procedures of great complexity are sent out daily to a licensed reference laboratory. The procedure is administered by a licensed and registered x-ray technologist. The x-ray examinations and electrocardiogram tracings are interpreted respectively by a Board certified radiologist and a Board certified cardiologist. Pharmacy Our in-house pharmacy is staffed by registered pharmacists who maintain computerized, individual patient profiles to ensure a carefully controlled distribution of medications. Drug interactions, possible allergic reactions and optimum dosage specifications are monitored at all times.