IBD practice item | Post-Pandemic options |
Urgent clinic visits | Pre-visit SARS-CoV-2 testing OR precautions (masks, gloves) |
Urgent endoscopy | Pre-procedure SARS-CoV-2 testing OR PPE precautions |
Patient calls | Telemedicine, expanded scope for RNs, clinical pharmacists |
Routine clinic visits | Telemedicine, at-home calprotectin, remote monitoring via apps |
PPE, personal protective equipment.