Fall River county, SD

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Fall River County, South Dakota

Fall River County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 7,094. Its county seat is Hot Springs. The county was founded in 1883. It is named for the Fall River which runs through it.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Fall River County spans 1,749 square miles of South Dakota territory. The county's topography is characterized by rugged hills, plateaus, and river valleys. The county is home to several natural and historical landmarks, including the Black Hills, Wind Cave National Park, and the Cold Brook Reservoir.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2010 census, Fall River County had a population of 7,094. The racial makeup of the county was 81.5% White, 1.0% Black or African American, 12.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 4.6% from two or more races.

Healthcare in Fall River County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Fall River County is primarily provided by the Fall River Health Services and the VA Black Hills Health Care System.

Fall River Health Services[edit | edit source]

Fall River Health Services is a comprehensive healthcare system that serves the residents of Fall River County and surrounding areas. It includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, a 24-hour emergency department, and a variety of specialty clinics. The hospital offers a range of services, including general surgery, radiology, laboratory services, and physical therapy.

VA Black Hills Health Care System[edit | edit source]

The VA Black Hills Health Care System in Hot Springs is a part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It provides a broad spectrum of medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care for veterans in the region. The facility includes a residential rehabilitation treatment program, a community living center, and a domiciliary for homeless veterans.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Fall River County is provided by the Hot Springs School District, which includes a high school, middle school, and elementary school. The county is also home to the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Fall River County is served by the Hot Springs Municipal Airport and several major highways, including U.S. Route 18 and U.S. Route 385.

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Primary Care Fall River county, SD



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Bohlman Michael 1386756799 MD M Loma Linda University School Of Medicine 2004 General Practice Hot Springs SD 57747



Fall River county, SD - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Garrigan Ami 1760987333 F Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota 2018 Psychiatry Hot Springs SD 57747



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Britain Galen 1851300685 M Other 1991 Clinical Social Worker Hot Springs SD 57747
Berry Brenda 1538509641 F Other 2013 Nurse Practitioner Hot Springs SD 57747
Woehl James 1306927876 M Other 1996 Nurse Practitioner Hot Springs SD 57747
Desirae Dinius 1629487160 F Other 2014 Physician Assistant 238 Elm St Hill City SD 57747 6055744470
Trotter Sylvia 1215955158 DPM F College Of Podiatric Med And Surgery, Des Moines University 1997 Podiatry Hot Springs SD 57747


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