The spike in number of COVID-19 cases has many wondering if our hospitals can deal with the increase.

According to Renown's CEO Tony Slonim, they have what they need to provide care.

So far they haven't had to open the overflow facility they built for COVID-19 patients and they hope it stays that way. 

"They are there if we need them and we have a criteria in place upon which if hospitalizations exceed a certain number. We can open that parking deck in a seamless way and admit patients there," he says. 

Slonim also says right now they have enough beds, ICU beds, ventilators and supply. They also have the capability to test hundreds a day.

He stressed the only thing we have in our command right now is the ability to social distance, wash our hands and wear masks, avoiding spreading the virus and causing a strain to hospitals. 

"What we know is when people for whatever reason go about not following those rules, peak spikes in the number of cases," says Slonim. 

He also mentioned people are avoiding going to the hospital due to coronavirus concerns. That delays health maintenance and could be detrimental for patients.