Bleckley county, GA

Bleckley County, Georgia[edit | edit source]

Bleckley County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 13,063. The county seat is Cochran. The county was named for Logan Edwin Bleckley, a soldier and Justice of the Supreme Court of Georgia. The state constitutional amendment to create the county was proposed July 30, 1912, and ratified November 5, 1912.

Healthcare in Bleckley County, Georgia[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Bleckley County, Georgia is primarily provided by a mix of private and public healthcare facilities. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.

Bleckley Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

Bleckley Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Cochran, Georgia. It provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, laboratory, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a member of the Georgia Hospital Association.

Primary Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]

There are several primary healthcare centers in Bleckley County, including the Cochran Primary Care and the Eastman Healthcare & Rehab. These centers provide comprehensive healthcare services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care services.

Mental Health Services[edit | edit source]

Mental health services in Bleckley County are provided by the Middle Georgia Behavioral Health and the Phoenix Center Behavioral Health Services. These facilities offer a range of mental health services, including counseling, psychiatric services, and substance abuse treatment.

Long-Term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]

Long-term care in Bleckley County is provided by several nursing homes and assisted living facilities. These include the Bleckley County Nursing Home, which offers skilled nursing care, and the Cochran Assisted Living, which provides assisted living services for seniors.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the Georgia Department of Public Health, Bleckley County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals with a regular source of healthcare. However, the county has a higher rate of individuals with diabetes and cardiovascular disease compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Bleckley County, Georgia is comprehensive, with a range of facilities providing a variety of services. The county's healthcare system is committed to improving the health and well-being of its residents, with a focus on preventive care and chronic disease management.

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Bleckley county, GA

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Juan Serna-gonzalez 1700402013		M	Edward Via Col Of Osteo Medicine-virginia Campus	2020	Family Practice		1500 E Shotwell St	Bainbridge	GA	31014	2292463500
Justin Law 1962750323		M	Mercer University School Of Medicine	2015	Family Practice		1500 E Shotwell St	Bainbridge	GA	31014	2292463500
Matthew Davis 1295172773		M	Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine	2010	Family Practice		2201 Veterans Blvd	Dublin	GA	31014	4782055312
Cox James 1083966709		M	Lincoln Memorial University Medical Department	2014	Internal Medicine			Cochran	GA	31014
Watkins Dwayne 1174543276	MD	M	Kansas City University Of Physicians And Surgeons	2000	Internal Medicine	Family Practice		Cochran	GA	31014