Blount county, TN
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Blount County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Blount County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 123,010. It is included in the Knoxville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county seat is Maryville, which is also the county's largest city.
Healthcare in Blount County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Blount County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the local community.
Blount Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Blount Memorial Hospital is the main healthcare provider in Blount County. It is a community-owned hospital that provides a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. The hospital has over 300 beds and employs more than 1,500 healthcare professionals. It offers services in areas such as cardiology, orthopedics, and oncology.
East Tennessee Medical Group[edit | edit source]
- East Tennessee Medical Group is a multi-specialty group practice with over 50 physicians. The group offers a wide range of services, including family medicine, internal medicine, and specialty care. The group is affiliated with Blount Memorial Hospital.
Peninsula Behavioral Health[edit | edit source]
- Peninsula Behavioral Health is a division of Parkwest Medical Center and provides mental health services to residents of Blount County. Services include inpatient and outpatient mental health treatment, substance abuse treatment, and crisis intervention.
Maryville Pediatric Group[edit | edit source]
- Maryville Pediatric Group provides comprehensive pediatric care to children in Blount County. The group has several pediatricians and nurse practitioners on staff and offers services such as well-child visits, immunizations, and acute care.
Health Statistics in Blount County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Blount County ranks 15th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower premature death rate than the state average, with 7,300 years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population, compared to the Tennessee average of 9,200.
- The county also has a lower percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health (16%) compared to the state average (22%). However, the percentage of adults who smoke (21%) is higher than the state average (17%).
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Blount County, Tennessee, is served by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the community's needs. From general hospitals to specialized medical groups, these institutions play a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of the county's residents.
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