Douglas county, SD

Douglas County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]

Douglas County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 3,002. Its county seat is Armour. The county was established in 1873 and organized in 1882. It is named after Stephen A. Douglas (1813–1861), an Illinois Democratic congressman who ran against Abraham Lincoln in the 1860 United States presidential election.

Healthcare in Douglas County, SD[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Douglas County, South Dakota is primarily provided by a mix of hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The county's healthcare system is designed to meet the needs of its residents, providing a range of services from primary care to specialized treatments.

Douglas County Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

Douglas County Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Armour, the county seat of Douglas County. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient services, outpatient services, and specialty clinics. It is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

Armour Medical Clinic[edit | edit source]

Armour Medical Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Armour. The clinic provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. The clinic is staffed by a team of experienced healthcare professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care to the residents of Douglas County.

Corsica Medical Clinic[edit | edit source]

Corsica Medical Clinic is another primary care clinic located in the town of Corsica in Douglas County. The clinic provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. The clinic is staffed by a team of experienced healthcare professionals who are committed to providing high-quality care to the residents of Douglas County.

Health Statistics in Douglas County[edit | edit source]

According to the South Dakota Department of Health, Douglas County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals who have received preventive services such as mammograms and colonoscopies compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher rate of individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Douglas County, South Dakota is provided by a mix of hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The county's healthcare system is designed to meet the needs of its residents, providing a range of services from primary care to specialized treatments. Despite some challenges, the county's healthcare system continues to strive to provide high-quality care to its residents.

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Douglas county, SD

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Luebke Marlys 1396738316	MD	F	Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota	1986	Family Practice				Armour	SD	57313