Charles county, MD
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Charles County, MD[edit | edit source]
- Charles County is a county located in the southern part of the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the 2020 census, the population was 163,257. The county seat is La Plata. The county was named for Charles Calvert (1637–1715), third Baron Baltimore. Charles County is part of the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area and the Southern Maryland region.
Healthcare in Charles County, MD[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Charles County, MD is provided by a variety of facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care centers. The county's healthcare system is designed to meet the diverse needs of its residents, providing everything from routine check-ups and preventive care to specialized treatments and emergency services.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital in La Plata, MD. It has been serving the Southern Maryland community for over 80 years. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, women's health services, orthopedics, surgical services, and rehabilitation.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- There are numerous clinics in Charles County, MD, providing a range of healthcare services. These include the Charles County Department of Health, which offers services such as immunizations, family planning, and disease prevention. The Charles County Community Health Center provides primary care services to residents regardless of their ability to pay.
Specialized Care Centers[edit | edit source]
- Specialized care centers in Charles County, MD offer targeted treatment for specific health issues. These include the Charles County Cancer Center, which provides comprehensive cancer care, and the Charles County Mental Health Clinic, which offers mental health services including counseling and psychiatric care.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, Charles County, MD ranks 13th in health outcomes out of the 24 counties in Maryland. The county has a lower premature death rate than the national average, with 6,700 years of potential life lost before age 75 per 100,000 population, compared to the national average of 7,700.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Charles County, MD is comprehensive, with a variety of facilities available to meet the diverse needs of its residents. From hospitals and clinics to specialized care centers, the county's healthcare system is designed to provide high-quality care to all residents.
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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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| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| 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 Maryland | |
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