Franklin county, FL
Franklin County, Florida[edit | edit source]
Franklin County is a county located in the panhandle of the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the population was 11,549, making it the third-least populous county in Florida. The county seat is Apalachicola.
The county includes several large preserved areas and rivers and has been home to commercial timber and fishing industry. However, the area has seen a rapid increase in tourism over the past decade.
Healthcare in Franklin County, Florida[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Franklin County, Florida is primarily provided by two main facilities: George E. Weems Memorial Hospital and Franklin County Health Department.
George E. Weems Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
George E. Weems Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Apalachicola, Florida. It provides emergency care, surgical services, inpatient care, and outpatient services to the residents of Franklin County. The hospital has 25 beds and employs over 100 healthcare professionals.
The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and offers a range of services including radiology, laboratory services, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and a swing bed program for patients needing long-term care.
Franklin County Health Department[edit | edit source]
The Franklin County Health Department is a part of the Florida Department of Health. It provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Franklin County. These services include disease prevention, health promotion, and protection from environmental threats.
The Health Department operates clinics in Apalachicola and Carrabelle, offering services such as immunizations, family planning, HIV/AIDS testing and counseling, STD testing and treatment, tuberculosis control, and school health services.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Franklin County, Florida is comprehensive and accessible, with facilities like George E. Weems Memorial Hospital and Franklin County Health Department providing a wide range of services. The county's healthcare system is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of its residents, offering everything from emergency care to preventative services.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Franklin county, FL
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitsios Helen 1255358016 | MD | F | University Of Maryland School Of Medicine | 1993 | Internal Medicine | 155 Ave E | Apalachicola | FL | 32320 | 8506538600 |
Franklin county, FL - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linker Carey 1922047752 | MD | M | Stanford University School Of Medicine | 1987 | Diagnostic Radiology | Eastpoint | FL | 32328 |
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| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madson Sarah 1508919937 | F | Other | 2005 | Clinical Psychologist | Unit B | Apalachicola | FL | 32320 | ||||
| Valdueza Sussete 1578922423 | F | Other | 2015 | Nurse Practitioner | Apalachicola | FL | 32320 |
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