Fayette county, AL
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Fayette County, Alabama[edit | edit source]
- Fayette County is a county located in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,241. Its county seat is Fayette. The county was established on December 20, 1824, and named for General Lafayette, who was touring Alabama at the time during his post-war tour of America.
Healthcare in Fayette County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Fayette County, with several healthcare facilities providing services to the residents. These facilities range from hospitals, clinics, to specialized healthcare centers.
Fayette Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Fayette Medical Center is a 61-bed rural hospital located in Fayette, Alabama. It offers a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and a nursing home facility. The hospital is managed by the DCH Health System, a regional health care system that serves West Alabama.
Northwest Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Northwest Medical Center is another healthcare facility serving Fayette County. Located in Winfield, the hospital offers a variety of services including surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and a 24-hour emergency department.
Fayette Long Term Care Center[edit | edit source]
- Fayette Long Term Care Center is a nursing home facility in Fayette County. It provides long-term care services, including skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and hospice care.
Health Statistics in Fayette County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Fayette County ranks 55th out of 67 counties in Alabama for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which contributes to a lower healthy life expectancy.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Fayette County, Alabama, is served by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the needs of the community. While there are challenges, such as higher rates of smoking and obesity, these facilities continue to work towards improving the health and wellbeing of the residents of Fayette County.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Fayette county, AL
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mcgee Christopher 1235145871 | MD | M | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | 1991 | Family Practice | Fayette | AL | 35555 | ||||
| Ojeabulu Philip 1396304598 | M | Other | 2011 | Family Practice | Fayette | AL | 35555 | |||||
| Tuten John 1891701348 | MD | M | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | 1989 | Family Practice | Fayette | AL | 35555 | ||||
| Mcdonald John 1073501326 | MD | M | University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine | 2003 | Obstetrics/gynecology | Fayette | AL | 35555 |
Fayette county, AL - Specialists
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Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Watkins Joseph 1114963337 | CNA | M | Other | 2000 | Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) | Fayette | AL | 35555 | ||||
| Gant Hillary 1629097522 | NP | F | Other | 2005 | Nurse Practitioner | Fayette | AL | 35555 |
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| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Alabama | |
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