Early county, GA
Early County, Georgia[edit | edit source]
Early County is located in the southwestern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 11,008. The county seat is Blakely, where the Early County Courthouse is located. The county was created on December 15, 1818, and named for Peter Early, the 28th Governor of Georgia.
Healthcare in Early County[edit | edit source]
Healthcare is a vital aspect of any community, and Early County is no exception. The county is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the residents.
Pioneer Community Hospital of Early[edit | edit source]
Pioneer Community Hospital of Early is a critical access hospital located in Blakely. It provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and a range of other healthcare services. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality care to the residents of Early County and the surrounding areas.
Early County Health Department[edit | edit source]
The Early County Health Department is a part of the Southwest Health District, a network of 14 county health departments serving 14 counties in Southwestern Georgia. The health department provides a variety of services including immunizations, family planning, WIC services, and environmental health services.
Blakely Health and Rehabilitation[edit | edit source]
Blakely Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility located in Blakely. It offers a range of services including skilled nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The facility is dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care to its residents.
Health Statistics in Early County[edit | edit source]
According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Early County ranks 134th out of 159 counties in Georgia for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of premature death, with 10,300 deaths before age 75 per 100,000 population compared to the Georgia average of 7,700.
The county also has a higher than average rate of adult smoking and obesity. About 21% of adults in Early County smoke, compared to the Georgia average of 17%. About 35% of adults in the county are obese, compared to the Georgia average of 31%.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Early County, Georgia, is served by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the community's needs. Despite the challenges, these institutions continue to strive for better health outcomes for the residents of Early County.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Early county, GA
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brand David 1922160894 | M | Mercer University School Of Medicine | 1997 | Family Practice | Blakely | GA | 39823 | |||||
| James Brown 1326082298 | MD | M | Mercer University School Of Medicine | 1999 | Family Practice | 907 N Court St | Quitman | GA | 39823 | 2292634531 | ||
| Schmidt Michael 1669572970 | MD | M | Medical University Of South Carolina College Of Medicine | 2003 | Family Practice | 360 College St | Blakely | GA | 39823 | 2297232660 |
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| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Cunningham Joanna 1629662861 | F | Other | 2003 | Physician Assistant | 11045 Columbia St | Blakely | GA | 39823 | 2297234313 |
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