Anderson county, TX

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Anderson County, Texas[edit | edit source]

  • Anderson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 58,458. Its county seat is Palestine. Anderson County was organized in 1846 and is named in honor of Kenneth L. Anderson, who had been Vice President of the Republic of Texas.

Healthcare in Anderson County, Texas[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Anderson County, Texas is provided by a variety of institutions, ranging from private practices to large hospitals. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.

Palestine Regional Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Palestine Regional Medical Center is a 150-bed full-service hospital located in Palestine, the county seat of Anderson County. It provides a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, rehabilitation, and women's health. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the LifePoint Health network.

East Texas Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • East Texas Medical Center is another major healthcare provider in Anderson County. It is a network of hospitals, clinics, and outpatient services that serve the residents of East Texas. The Anderson County location offers a variety of services including emergency care, surgical services, and a comprehensive cancer center.

Anderson County Health Department[edit | edit source]

  • The Anderson County Health Department is a government agency that provides public health services to the residents of Anderson County. These services include immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and environmental health services.

Health Statistics in Anderson County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Texas Department of State Health Services, Anderson County has a higher rate of uninsured residents compared to the state average. In 2019, 20.1% of Anderson County residents were uninsured, compared to the state average of 18.4%.
  • The county also has a higher rate of obesity compared to the state average. In 2019, 34.9% of Anderson County adults were obese, compared to the state average of 33%.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Anderson County, Texas is provided by a variety of institutions, each offering a range of services to meet the needs of the county's residents. Despite the challenges posed by higher rates of uninsured residents and obesity, these institutions continue to work towards improving the health and well-being of the people in Anderson County.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Anderson county, TX



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Chadwell Sidney 1902827801 M Other 1982 Family Practice Geriatric Medicine Suite 256 Palestine TX 75801
Eckert Terri 1124024765 MD F University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston 1987 Family Practice Geriatric Medicine Palestine TX 75801
Wayne Brown 1336142512 DO M University Of North Texas Hsc, College Of Osteopathic Med 1982 Family Practice 620 S Fleishel Ave Tyler TX 75801 9036064900
Wilson Oscar 1245206937 M Other 1983 Family Practice 3201 S Loop Palestine TX 75801
Coe Relvert 1215946637 M Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1989 Internal Medicine Palestine TX 75801
Khaliq Fawad 1104289750 M Other 2009 Internal Medicine Palestine TX 75801
Buckles Candice 1053806794 F Liberty Univ College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2018 Obstetrics/gynecology 115 Medical Dr Palestine TX 75801 9037238554



Anderson county, TX - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Falconer Robert 1235193848 MD M Other 1995 General Surgery Vascular Surgery Suite A Palestine TX 75801
Johnson Steven 1952580144 M Other 2007 Orthopedic Surgery Palestine TX 75801
Hill Mark 1952831778 M University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston 2017 Psychiatry Neurology Suite 256 Palestine TX 75801



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Cox Mary 1790992204 F Other 1981 Clinical Psychologist Palestine TX 75801
Ingram-barnett Jodie 1346856614 F Other 2005 Clinical Social Worker Suite 2 Palestine TX 75801
Byrd Stephanie 1841754850 F Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Palestine TX 75801
Cappel Cody 1497415335 F Other 2021 Nurse Practitioner 3201 S Loop Palestine TX 75801


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