It seems obvious that a clinic must be particularly hygienic.

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All patients expect doctors to follow basic hygiene rules, particularly to prevent the transmission of germs from one patient to another.

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At the ‘dermato cosmetic & laser’ clinic in Brussels, every detail concerning hygiene has undergone a special audit, which has led us to take drastic measures that are not always respected in all medical practices.

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The recent Covid-19 pandemic has reminded everyone of the basic rules of hygiene.

We are particularly pleased with all the measures we had put in place well before this pandemic.

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Dr. BERNARD was one of the first dermatologists in Brussels to close his practice and introduce teleconsultations via Skype or WhatsApp (on 16 March 2020).

Convinced early on that the situation would be serious, he created a Facebook page through which he kept his patients informed about how to contact him and also provided general recommendations about the pandemic.

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HYGIENE MEASURES PRIOR TO THE PANDEMIC

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Hand washing or use of hydroalcoholic gel by all staff between each patient.

 

Wearing of sterile gloves for all bloody procedures, non-sterile gloves for all contact.

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Selection of NON-CONTACT equipment.

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NON-CONTACT HAIR REMOVAL LASER.

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DERMOSCOPE EQUIPPED WITH DISPOSABLE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. 

(one new item per patient)

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No sharing of the same bottle of Botox between several patients.

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Change of electrodes on the electrocoagulator between each patient.

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Sterile protective covers for the electrocoagulator handle.

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Sterile protective covers for handling operating theatre lamps.

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SEPARATE ROOM FOR TECHNICAL PROCEDURES.

No procedures are performed in the same room as consultations.

Plastic shoe covers for caregivers and patients at the entrance to the technical room.

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Sterile gowns, caps and masks during procedures requiring them.

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Class B steam steriliser.

(Dry heat sterilisers are no longer authorised in Belgium.)

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Disposable surgical instruments (scissors, forceps, needle holders) available.

Sterile disposable curettes and punches are mandatory.

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Strict monitoring of expiry dates for all consumables and injectables.

Verified by the AFMPS.

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Daily cleaning of rooms and work surfaces.

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Recent inspection report from the AFMPS.

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