Duval county, FL
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Duval County, Florida[edit | edit source]
- Duval County is located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2020 census, the population was 957,755. Its county seat is Jacksonville, which is also the most populous city in the state. The county was established in 1822 and named for William Pope Duval, the first Territorial Governor of Florida.
Healthcare in Duval County, Florida[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Duval County is diverse and comprehensive, with numerous hospitals, clinics, and healthcare facilities serving the residents. The county's healthcare system is known for its high-quality services, advanced medical technology, and well-trained healthcare professionals.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- 1. Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville
- The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is a nonprofit medical center and part of the Mayo Clinic network. It offers a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, neurology, oncology, and transplant services.
- 2. UF Health Jacksonville
- UF Health Jacksonville is a teaching hospital and medical system of the University of Florida. The hospital provides tertiary care for the region and has special programs in heart care, cancer treatment, neurology, orthopedics, and women's health.
- 3. Baptist Health
- Baptist Health is a network of five hospitals, including Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Medical Center Beaches, Baptist Medical Center Nassau, and Baptist Medical Center South. The network provides a full range of medical and surgical services.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- 1. Agape Community Health Center
- Agape Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive primary and preventive care services to the residents of Duval County.
- 2. St. Vincent's Primary Care
- St. Vincent's Primary Care, part of Ascension, is a network of primary care clinics offering family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric services throughout Duval County.
Healthcare Programs[edit | edit source]
- Duval County also has several healthcare programs aimed at improving the health and well-being of its residents. These include the Duval County Health Department's public health programs, the Healthy Start Coalition's maternal and child health programs, and the Aging True's programs for seniors.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Duval County, Florida, is comprehensive and diverse, with a wide range of facilities and services available to residents. From world-class hospitals like Mayo Clinic and UF Health Jacksonville to community clinics like Agape Community Health Center and St. Vincent's Primary Care, Duval County is well-equipped to meet the healthcare needs of its population.
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