"That said, you seem to be operating on a number of false assumptions based on your comments:

1. Our parking lot triage pod is not a drive-through pod, nor is it a 'walk-up' pod. No lines or loitering will be allowed (nor will it be necessary).

2. The pod will have no impact on the traffic flow in the parking lot given the above. In addition, the pad is only 16 feet long and 8 feet wide so it needs less than one parking space. Less, in fact, than the construction dumpster there now.

3. Patients are required to stay in their car and call the clinic when they arrive to ensure proper social distancing. They will be processed one at a time. Again, social distancing and proper safety measures have and will continue to be a priority.

4. While I understand your perspective on sending our patients to hospitals, hospitals are overwhelmed and under huge pressure at this time. Sending our patients to them would be irresponsible and unnecessary. Our patient care and testing is providing much needed help to alleviate the pressure on the system."