Bronx county, NY
Bronx County, New York[edit | edit source]
- Bronx County, also known as The Bronx, is the northernmost of the five boroughs of New York City. It is south of Westchester County; north and east of the island and borough of Manhattan to the west and south across the Harlem River; and north of the borough of Queens, across the East River. The Bronx has a land area of 42 square miles (109 km2) and a population of 1,418,207 in 2019.
Healthcare in Bronx County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Bronx County is diverse and comprehensive, with a variety of facilities providing services to the residents. These include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Montefiore Medical Center is the largest employer in the Bronx. It is a premier academic medical center and the primary teaching hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Montefiore Medical Center provides coordinated, compassionate and leading-edge care designed to reach people when and where they need it most.
- Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center, now known as BronxCare Health System, is the largest voluntary, not-for-profit health care system serving the South and Central Bronx. It offers comprehensive care for the whole family, including primary, specialty, and surgical care.
- Jacobi Medical Center is a public hospital operated by NYC Health + Hospitals. It is a major trauma center for the area and also provides numerous specialty services including a burn center and a stroke center.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- Urban Health Plan is a network of community health centers in the Bronx. It provides comprehensive, family-oriented primary and specialty health care with a focus on prevention.
- Morris Heights Health Center is a non-profit community health center offering a broad array of health and social services to the Bronx community.
Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]
- Calvary Hospital is a 225-bed hospital in the Bronx dedicated to providing palliative care to adult patients with advanced cancer and other life-limiting illnesses.
- Children's Hospital at Montefiore is a nationally ranked children's hospital, providing pediatric care across more than 40 specialties.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Bronx County, New York, is a vital part of the community. With a variety of hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers, residents have access to comprehensive care that meets their diverse needs. The healthcare facilities in the Bronx are committed to providing high-quality care and improving the health and well-being of the community.
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