Franklin county, IL

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Franklin County, Illinois[edit | edit source]

  • Franklin County is a county located in the U.S. state of Illinois. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 38,827. Its county seat is Benton. It is located in the southern portion of Illinois known locally as "Little Egypt".

Healthcare in Franklin County, IL[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Franklin County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the local population.

Franklin Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Franklin Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Benton, IL. It offers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality healthcare and has been serving the community since 1952.

Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation[edit | edit source]

  • Christopher Rural Health Planning Corporation is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to the underserved populations in Franklin County and surrounding areas. Services include family medicine, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Benton Healthcare Center[edit | edit source]

  • Benton Healthcare Center is a primary care clinic that is part of the Southern Illinois Healthcare system. It provides a range of services including family medicine, internal medicine, and pediatric care.

Health Statistics in Franklin County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Franklin County ranks 84th out of 102 counties in Illinois for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity compared to the state average. The county also has a higher percentage of uninsured individuals compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Franklin County, IL is served by a number of facilities, each providing a range of services to meet the needs of the local population. Despite the challenges, these facilities are committed to improving the health and well-being of the residents of Franklin County.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Franklin county, IL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Harrison Brian 1518920073 MD M University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) 2002 Family Practice Suite 1 Benton IL 62812
Kennedy Nicole 1780902486 F University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) 2010 Family Practice 205 Bailey Ln Benton IL 62812 6188824200
Latta Ralph 1215956602 MD M University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) 2003 Family Practice 501 N Du Quoin St Benton IL 62812 6184355362
Mclain Deedra 1770635062 F Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine 2002 Family Practice W Frankfort IL 62896
Rathert Benjamin 1275854853 M University Of Illinois College Of Med (Chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) 2010 Family Practice Christopher IL 62822
Schonewolf Scott 1114996204 DO M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2001 Family Practice West Frankfort IL 62896
Smaga Sharon 1689650566 F University Of Chicago, Pritzker School Of Medicine 1982 Family Practice Geriatric Medicine West Frankfort IL 62896
Smith Charelle 1285128504 F Other 2018 Family Practice Christopher IL 62822
Yochum Andrew 1568682649 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 2004 Family Practice Benton IL 62812
Yochum Andrew 1568682649 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 2004 Family Practice West Frankfort IL 62896

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Franklin county, IL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Reach Brian 1104824598 M Southern Illinois University School Of Medicine 1996 Addiction Medicine Family Practice West Frankfort IL 62896
Grierson Patrick 1720492192 M Ohio State University College Of Medicine 2014 Medical Oncology Internal Medicine Benton IL 62812



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Herron Kent 1750473443 M Logan College Of Chiropractic 1991 Chiropractic Benton IL 62812
Ricotta Lisa 1477736932 F Other 2004 Clinical Social Worker 601 N Columbia St West Frankfort IL 62896 6189322109
Bailey Rachel 1427511757 F Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner West Frankfort IL 62896
Brookins Chelsea 1457833592 F Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Benton IL 62812 6.18439E+12
Etherton Christina 1629640594 F Other 2020 Nurse Practitioner Suite 4 West Frankfort IL 62896
Fairbanks Jill 1154991131 F Other 2020 Nurse Practitioner Christopher IL 62822
Hudson Brooke 1912549965 F Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner Benton IL 62812
Kimmel Kayla 1063810463 F Other 2014 Nurse Practitioner Benton IL 62812
Mcgrath Caitlin 1255774006 M Other 2020 Nurse Practitioner 502 W Saint Louis St Suite 4 West Frankfort IL 62896 6189373400
Newbury Malori 1760120562 F Other 2022 Nurse Practitioner Benton IL 62812

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