Galveston county, TX
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Galveston County, Texas[edit | edit source]
- Galveston County is a county in the U.S. state of Texas, located along the Gulf Coast region. As of the 2010 census, the population was 291,309. The county seat is Galveston, and the largest city is League City. The county was founded in 1838 and is named for Bernardo de Gálvez, a Spanish colonial governor and general.
Healthcare in Galveston County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Galveston County is diverse and comprehensive, with a range of facilities providing services to residents. These include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
University of Texas Medical Branch[edit | edit source]
- The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) is a major academic health center dedicated to health science education, patient care, research, and community service. Located in Galveston, it is the oldest medical school in Texas. UTMB includes the John Sealy Hospital, a 12-story facility with 400 beds and a Level 1 trauma center.
HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland[edit | edit source]
- HCA Houston Healthcare Mainland is a full-service hospital located in Texas City. It offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, cardiovascular care, and orthopedics. The hospital is part of the HCA Houston Healthcare system, the leading provider of healthcare in Houston.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
Coastal Health & Wellness[edit | edit source]
- Coastal Health & Wellness is a group of community health centers providing comprehensive healthcare services to Galveston County residents. The clinics offer primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services, among others.
Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]
Shriners Hospitals for Children — Galveston[edit | edit source]
- Shriners Hospitals for Children — Galveston is a leading provider of pediatric burn care, cleft lip and palate care, and other specialized pediatric treatments. The hospital is part of the Shriners Hospitals for Children system, a network of 22 non-profit medical facilities across North America.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Galveston County, Texas, is robust and varied, with facilities ranging from major hospitals to specialized clinics. These institutions provide a wide range of services to meet the diverse health needs of the county's residents.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Galveston county, TX
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Texas | |
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