Emmons county, ND
Emmons County, North Dakota[edit | edit source]
Emmons County is a county located in the U.S. state of North Dakota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 3,550. The county seat is Linton. Emmons County was created by the 1879 territorial legislature and named for James A. Emmons (1839–1919), a steamboat operator and Bismarck, North Dakota, businessman.
Healthcare in Emmons County, North Dakota[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Emmons County, North Dakota is primarily provided by the Linton Hospital and the Emmons County Public Health department. These facilities offer a range of services to meet the healthcare needs of the county's residents.
Linton Hospital[edit | edit source]
Linton Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Linton, the county seat of Emmons County. The hospital provides emergency care, surgical services, radiology, laboratory services, and rehabilitation services. It also operates a clinic and a long-term care facility. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a member of the North Dakota Hospital Association.
Emmons County Public Health[edit | edit source]
Emmons County Public Health is a county health department that provides public health services to the residents of Emmons County. The department offers a variety of services, including immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and emergency preparedness. It also provides home health services and operates a WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) program.
Other Healthcare Facilities in Emmons County[edit | edit source]
In addition to the Linton Hospital and Emmons County Public Health, there are several other healthcare facilities in Emmons County. These include the Strasburg Care Center, a long-term care facility in Strasburg, and the Hazelton-Moffit-Braddock School District, which provides school-based health services.
Healthcare Challenges in Emmons County[edit | edit source]
Like many rural counties in North Dakota, Emmons County faces several challenges in providing healthcare to its residents. These challenges include a lack of healthcare providers, long distances to healthcare facilities, and a high percentage of elderly residents who require more intensive healthcare services.
Despite these challenges, Emmons County is committed to providing high-quality healthcare to its residents. The county's healthcare providers work together to coordinate care and ensure that all residents have access to the services they need.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Emmons county, ND
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knecht John 1386731065 | M | Other | 1978 | General Practice | Linton | ND | 58552 |
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