Calhoun county, AL

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Calhoun County, Alabama[edit | edit source]

  • Calhoun County is a county located in the east central part of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2020 census, the population was 113,605. Its county seat is Anniston. It was named in honor of John C. Calhoun, noted politician and US Senator from South Carolina.

Healthcare in Calhoun County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Calhoun County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing services to residents. These facilities range from hospitals to clinics and specialized healthcare centers.

Regional Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • The Regional Medical Center (RMC) is the flagship healthcare provider in Calhoun County. It is a nonprofit regional health system serving northeast Alabama and surrounding regions. RMC is the largest non-government employer in the county, with more than 2,000 employees.

Stringfellow Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Stringfellow Memorial Hospital, located in Anniston, is a 125-bed acute care hospital that has been serving Calhoun County and the surrounding areas since 1938. The hospital provides a wide range of services including emergency care, orthopedic surgery, and cardiovascular care.

Anniston Quality Health Care[edit | edit source]

  • Anniston Quality Health Care is a community health center that provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to the residents of Calhoun County. The center offers services such as family medicine, pediatrics, women's health, and dental care.

Calhoun County Health Department[edit | edit source]

  • The Calhoun County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of the county. These services include immunizations, family planning, WIC services, and environmental health services.

Health Statistics in Calhoun County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Calhoun County has a higher rate of diabetes and heart disease compared to the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of adults who are obese or overweight. Efforts are being made by healthcare providers in the county to address these health issues through various programs and initiatives.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Calhoun County, Alabama, is a multifaceted system with several key players. From large hospitals like the Regional Medical Center and Stringfellow Memorial Hospital to community health centers like Anniston Quality Health Care, the county is equipped to provide comprehensive healthcare services to its residents. The Calhoun County Health Department also plays a crucial role in promoting public health and preventing disease in the community. Despite the challenges, the county's healthcare system continues to strive for better health outcomes for its residents.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Calhoun county, AL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Aylor Arden 1629267141 M Other 2004 Family Practice Oxford AL 36203
Aylor Arden 1629267141 M Other 2004 Family Practice Suite 204 Anniston AL 36207
Browne Raymond 1194705178 MD M George Washington University School Of Medicine 1985 Family Practice PREVENTIVE MEDICINE 810 St Vincent's Dr Birmingham AL 36205 2053937000
Chalk David 1134106800 M Mississippi Medical College 1985 Family Practice Anniston AL 36207
Cook Nelson 1528021722 M Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine 1984 Family Practice 901 Leighton Ave Suite 204 Anniston AL 36207 2562355015
Edwards Christopher 1619187663 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 2005 Family Practice Anniston AL 36207
Favis Benjamin 1386781664 M Other 2005 Family Practice Anniston AL 36201
Gaines Michael 1497778047 MD M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1979 Family Practice 1325 Quintard Ave Anniston AL 36201 2567411339
Gaines Michael 1497778047 MD M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1979 Family Practice 256 Oxford Exchange Blvd Oxford AL 36203 2568350076
Gibson Bridget 1164833539 F Other 2012 Family Practice 6 Allen Pkwy Oxford AL 36203 2568317100

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Calhoun county, AL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Pelliccia John 1245252485 M New York University Medical College - Nlg 1991 Anesthesiology Anniston AL 36207
Kamran Muhammad 1326019597 MD M Other 1985 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine Suite 100 Anniston AL 36207
Geisenheimer Thomas 1104233378 M Other 2014 Emergency Medicine Anniston AL 36207
Kashyap Pankaj 1609864248 MD M University Of California, Geffen School Of Medicine 1988 Gastroenterology Anniston AL 36207
Jernigan Peter 1770873028 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 2011 General Surgery Anniston AL 36207
Vaughn Lexie 1407210396 F Mercer University School Of Medicine 2017 General Surgery Oxford AL 36203
Byard Christopher 1730173535 M Other 1980 Interventional Cardiology Suite 102 Dothan AL 36205
Esposito Anthony 1083655187 MD M New York Medical College 1997 Neurology Anniston AL 36207
Wiedmer Michael 1225027790 M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1994 Orthopedic Surgery Suite C Oxford AL 36203
Ferguson William 1821190729 MD M University Of Alabama School Of Medicine 1984 Pulmonary Disease Anniston AL 36207

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Carter Kristine 1912972019 CNA F Other 2002 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Anniston AL 36207
Green Steven 1346338977 M Life Chiropractic College 1993 Chiropractic Oxford AL 36203
Harrison Eugene 1417062993 DC M Lincoln Chiropractic College 1997 Chiropractic Anniston AL 36207
Howard Zachary 1518509231 M Life Chiropractic College 2019 Chiropractic Anniston AL 36201
Parrish Ryan 1922422823 M Life Chiropractic College 2013 Chiropractic Oxford AL 36203
Smith Adam 1245905603 M Life Chiropractic College 2021 Chiropractic Suite A Anniston AL 36201
Wade David 1194724989 M Life Chiropractic College 1984 Chiropractic Anniston AL 36201
Randall Janet 1346552106 F Other 2004 Clinical Social Worker Suite 400 Anniston AL 36201
Young William 1780607010 M University Of Alabama School Of Dentistry 1971 Dentist Jacksonville AL 36265
Cobb Mark 1689207391 M Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner Anniston AL 36201

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