Ashe county, NC
Ashe County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]
- Ashe County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 27,281. Its county seat is Jefferson. The county was created in 1799 from the western part of Wilkes County. It was named for Samuel Ashe, a Revolutionary War patriot, a superior court judge, and, briefly, the governor of North Carolina.
Healthcare in Ashe County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Ashe County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing services to the residents. These facilities range from hospitals to clinics and specialized healthcare centers.
Ashe Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Ashe Memorial Hospital is the only general hospital in Ashe County. It is a critical access hospital providing emergency services, surgical services, rehabilitation therapy, diagnostic imaging, and laboratory services. The hospital also has a 60-bed skilled nursing facility known as Mountain Vista Health Park.
High Country Community Health[edit | edit source]
- High Country Community Health is a community health center in Ashe County. It provides comprehensive primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services to the residents of Ashe County. The center operates on a sliding fee scale, making healthcare accessible to all, regardless of their ability to pay.
Appalachian District Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Appalachian District Health Department serves Ashe County, along with Watauga and Alleghany counties. The department provides a variety of public health services, including immunizations, family planning, prenatal care, WIC services, and environmental health services.
Demographics and Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- As of the 2010 census, Ashe County had a population of 27,281. The median age was 45.8 years. The county has a slightly higher percentage of females (51.2%) compared to males (48.8%).
- In terms of health statistics, Ashe County has a lower percentage of adults with obesity (28%) compared to the state average (31%). However, the county has a higher percentage of adults who smoke (22%) compared to the state average (17%). The county also has a higher percentage of adults who report excessive drinking (13%) compared to the state average (12%).
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Ashe County, North Carolina, is served by a variety of facilities, each providing unique services to meet the needs of the community. From the comprehensive care provided by Ashe Memorial Hospital to the specialized services offered by High Country Community Health and the Appalachian District Health Department, residents have access to a wide range of healthcare options.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Ashe county, NC
Ashe county, NC - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Korn Scott 1346286697 | DO | M | Ohio University, College Of Osteopathic Medicine | 1989 | Emergency Medicine | Jefferson | NC | 28640 |
Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Jones 1417931437 | M | Other | 2003 | Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) | 336 Deerfield Rd | Boone | NC | 28640 | ||||
| Bundy Amanda 1063049963 | F | Other | 2020 | Nurse Practitioner | Jefferson | NC | 28640 | |||||
| Clark Cathy 1215009758 | F | Other | 2006 | Nurse Practitioner | Jefferson | NC | 28640 | |||||
| Murphy Brenda 1720369820 | F | Other | 1997 | Nurse Practitioner | 200 Hospital Ave | Jefferson | NC | 28640 |
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in North Carolina | |
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