Benzie county, MI

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Benzie County, Michigan[edit | edit source]

  • Benzie County is a county located in the U.S. state of Michigan. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,525. The county seat is Beulah. The county was initially set off in 1863 and organized in 1869. The name Benzie is derived from the French la rivière aux Bec-scies, "the river of sawbills", the sawbill being a type of duck.

Healthcare in Benzie County, Michigan[edit | edit source]

Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Frankfort, Michigan. It is part of the Munson Healthcare system, which serves northern Michigan. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and rehabilitation.
  • In 2019, the hospital had a total of 1,200 admissions, 4,500 emergency department visits, and performed 300 inpatient and 2,200 outpatient surgeries. The hospital is accredited by the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP).

Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department[edit | edit source]

  • The Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department provides public health services to the residents of Benzie County. The department offers a variety of services including immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and environmental health services.
  • In 2019, the department administered 2,500 immunizations, conducted 1,500 health inspections, and provided health education to over 5,000 residents. The department is accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board (PHAB).

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Benzie County, Michigan is comprehensive and accessible, with facilities like Munson Healthcare Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital and the Benzie-Leelanau District Health Department providing a wide range of services to meet the health needs of the community. The county's healthcare system is committed to improving the health and well-being of its residents, and continues to strive for excellence in all areas of healthcare delivery.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Benzie county, MI



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
King Carol 1629046297 MD F Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School 1996 Family Practice 6227 Frankfort Hwy Benzonia MI 49616 2318829661
Priest Mark 1720157688 DO M Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1987 Family Practice 6227 Frankfort Hwy Benzonia MI 49616 2318829661



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Sargent Judith 1720165459 CSW M Other 2012 Clinical Social Worker 6051 Frankfort Hwy Suite 200 Benzonia MI 49616 2318822198


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