Burke county, NC
Burke County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]
- Burke County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 90,912. Its county seat is Morganton. Burke County is part of the Hickory–Lenoir–Morganton, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Burke County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Burke County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents.
Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge[edit | edit source]
- Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge is a non-profit hospital located in Morganton, Burke County. It offers a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, maternity care, pediatrics, and surgical services. The hospital is known for its commitment to improving the health and wellness of the people in the community.
Broughton Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Broughton Hospital is a psychiatric hospital operated by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Located in Morganton, it provides services to individuals with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and developmental disabilities. The hospital is committed to providing a safe and therapeutic environment for its patients.
Burke County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Burke County Health Department is a local government agency responsible for protecting and improving the health of the people in Burke County. It offers a variety of services, including immunizations, family planning, and health education programs.
Health Statistics in Burke County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Burke County ranks 58th out of 100 counties in North Carolina for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower percentage of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher percentage of adults who smoke and a higher percentage of individuals who are physically inactive compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Burke County, North Carolina, is a vital aspect of the community, with several facilities providing a range of services. These facilities, along with the local health department, work together to ensure the health and well-being of the county's residents.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Burke county, NC
Burke county, NC - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cain Felicia 1619957305 | MD | M | West Virginia University School Of Medicine | 1987 | Anesthesiology | Pain Management | Morganton | NC | 28655 | |||
| Lee Michael 1215096656 | MD | M | Baylor College Of Medicine | 1995 | Anesthesiology | Morganton | NC | 28655 | ||||
| Omer Shedd 1346252905 | MD | M | Vanderbilt University School Of Medicine | 1998 | Cardiac Electrophysiology | Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) • Internal Medicine | 2525 Court Dr | Gastonia | NC | 28655 | ||
| Kevin Leonard 1144213661 | MD | M | Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | 1986 | Diagnostic Radiology | 2134 14th Ave Cir Nw | Hickory | NC | 28655 | 8285801235 | ||
| Radigan Mark 1871973784 | M | Medical College Of Wisconsin | 2015 | Emergency Medicine | Valdese | NC | 28690 | |||||
| Lindsey Zachary 1578950572 | M | Other | 2015 | Ophthalmology | Morganton | NC | 28655 | |||||
| Breiter Eric 1861418519 | MD | M | Other | 1995 | Psychiatry | Morganton | NC | 28655 |
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in North Carolina | |
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