Allendale county, SC

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Allendale County, South Carolina[edit | edit source]

Allendale County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,419, making it the second-least populous county in South Carolina. Its county seat is Allendale.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Allendale County is located in the southwestern portion of South Carolina, about 62 miles from the Atlantic Ocean. The county is primarily rural, with a large portion of the land dedicated to agriculture and forestry.

History[edit | edit source]

Allendale County was formed in 1919 from southwestern portions of Barnwell County, along the Savannah River. It is the youngest county in South Carolina.

Healthcare in Allendale County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Allendale County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Allendale County Hospital and Fairfax Medical Center.

Allendale County Hospital[edit | edit source]

Allendale County Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Fairfax, SC. It provides emergency care, surgical services, and inpatient care to the residents of Allendale County. The hospital is equipped with 25 beds and offers a variety of services including radiology, laboratory, and physical therapy.

Fairfax Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Fairfax Medical Center is a primary care clinic located in Fairfax, SC. It provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care. The center is staffed by a team of experienced physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals who are dedicated to providing high-quality care to the residents of Allendale County.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Allendale County is provided by the Allendale County School District, which includes two elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The county is also home to the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie, a regional campus of the University of South Carolina.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Allendale County is primarily based on agriculture, forestry, and manufacturing. The county is one of the largest producers of cotton, soybeans, and corn in the state.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 census, there were 10,419 people, 3,999 households, and 2,643 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 72.9% Black or African American, 25.6% White, 0.2% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.5% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.6% of the population.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Allendale county, SC



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Padgett Ronald 1942206362 M Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine 1983 Family Practice 333 Revolutionary Trl Fairfax SC 29827 8036322533
Teresa Williams 1417977190 MD F Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine 1998 Family Practice 86 Wren St Barnwell SC 29827 8032595762



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