Gates county, NC

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Gates County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]

Gates County is a small, rural county located in the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 12,197. Its county seat is Gatesville. Gates County is part of the Elizabeth City, NC Micropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Virginia Beach-Norfolk, VA-NC Combined Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Gates County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Gates County, North Carolina is primarily provided by several key facilities and organizations. These include the Gates County Health Department, Gates County Medical Center, and several private practices.

Gates County Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Gates County Health Department is a local government agency responsible for protecting and improving the health of the Gates County community. They offer a variety of services including immunizations, family planning, and communicable disease control.

Gates County Medical Center[edit | edit source]

The Gates County Medical Center is a critical access hospital located in Gatesville, NC. It provides emergency care, surgical services, and inpatient care to the residents of Gates County. The medical center is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

Private Practices[edit | edit source]

There are also several private practices in Gates County, offering a range of healthcare services. These include family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and specialty care. Some of the well-known private practices in Gates County include Gates Primary Care, Gates Pediatrics, and Gates Specialty Care.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Gates County ranks 45th out of 100 counties in North Carolina for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower percentage of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. However, the county has a higher percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health and a higher percentage of adults who are obese compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

While Gates County, North Carolina may be small in size, it is served by a robust healthcare system that includes a local health department, a medical center, and several private practices. These facilities and organizations work together to provide comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Gates County.

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Johnson Sinobuhle 1851833875 F Other 2016 Nurse Practitioner Gatesville NC 27938


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