Bleckley county, GA

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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 Address2 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



Bleckley county, GA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Andrew Morgan 1760610380 M Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine 2009 Diagnostic Radiology 770 Pine St Macon GA 31014 4786331819
Bradley Ebel 1053301879 MD M Mid West Medical College 1995 Diagnostic Radiology 770 Pine St Macon GA 31014 4786331819
Loy Strawn 1902888969 MD M Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine 1984 Diagnostic Radiology 770 Pine St Macon GA 31014 4786331819
Marcus Evans 1831310861 M Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine 2005 Diagnostic Radiology 770 Pine St Macon GA 31014 4786331819



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Lanier Bailey 1255781308 F At Still University, Arizona School Of Dentistry & Oral Hlth 2016 Nurse Practitioner Cochran GA 31014
Bryant Mark 1508860099 M Southern College Of Optometry 1989 Optometry Cochran GA 31014


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