Visitor Information Visitation guidance is designed for the safety of all patients and employees in the interest of limiting exposure to respiratory illness and containment of the COVID-19 virus while balancing patient needs for family support. Visitation provides patient comfort and emotional support which is an essential part of a healing environment. Upon entry to the building, visitors will be screened for respiratory symptoms and exposure to COVID-19. Visitors will follow universal masking guidelines at all times. This guidance will remain in place until further notice. Please keep in mind, visitation may be restricted based on patient volume and acuity. As of October 2021: Two visitors will be allowed in the following patient care areas: Med/Surg Department Labor & Delivery Department Obstetrical Ultrasounds Transitional Care / Swingbed One visitor will be allowed in the following patient care areas: Emergency Department Outpatient Surgery Visitors must: Be at least 10 years of age Have no known close contact with someone confirmed to have COVID-19 within the last 14 days Have no signs or symptoms of lower respiratory illness (per the screening guidelines) Wear a mask at all times, in and outside the patient room. Visitors who refuse to comply will be escorted from the facility. Follow social distancing guidelines at all times. Visitors who refuse to comply will be escorted from the facility. Tobacco Use: As recent health studies have found, tobacco use is the single most preventable cause of death and disease in the U.S. As a healthcare organization, Medina Regional Hospital is taking a lead role in addressing this major health issue. Smoking and the use of chewing tobacco, or any other tobacco-related products, is not permitted at any Medina Regional Hospital facility or within the Medina Healthcare System by patients or visitors. Tobacco use can be a serious physical and emotional addiction, and Medina Regional Hospital offers support to its patients. Visitors may not use tobacco on hospital property. Contact us Medina Regional Hospital 3100 Ave. E, Hondo, TX 78861 830.426.7700 Map/Driving Directions Sign up for our free Keeping Well e-newsletter. Sign up today OUR LOCATIONS 830.426.7700 Medina Regional Hospital 3100 Ave. E, Hondo, TX 78861 Site map | Privacy policy | Employees | Careers | Non-discrimination | Contact us © 2021 Medina Regional Hospital | Medina Healthcare System is an equal opportunity provider and employer.