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How Kansas City's Truman Medical Centers Are Preparing For A Winter Surge Of Coronavirus

By Steve Kraske,

Published October 27, 2020 at 3:20 PM CDT

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A coronavirus tester at Truman Medical Center Lakewood approaches a vehicle in the drive-through testing tent in Lee's Summit on Monday. — A coronavirus tester at Truman Medical Center Lakewood approaches a vehicle in the drive-through testing tent in Lee's Summit.

Doctors and administrators are facing an incredible amount of uncertainty right now as current conditions at a hospital could change quickly.

In October alone, eight area hospitals have had to divert ambulances due to a high number of COVID-19 patients. We learned how Truman Medical Centers are prepared for an expected surge of coronavirus cases, compounded by the start of flu season.

Charlie Shields, president and CEO of Truman Medical Centers
Dr. Mark Steele, chief medical officer of Truman Medical Centers

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