Giles county, VA
Giles County, Virginia[edit | edit source]
- Giles County is a county located in the U.S. state of Virginia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,286. Its county seat is Pearisburg. Giles County is included in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg, VA Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Giles County is the westernmost county in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It covers 360 square miles of land and 2 square miles of water. The county is bordered by West Virginia to the west and the New River to the north and east.
History[edit | edit source]
- Giles County was established in 1806 from parts of Montgomery, Monroe, and Wythe counties. It was named after William Branch Giles, a U.S. Senator from Virginia who sponsored the legislation to create the new county.
Healthcare in Giles County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Giles County is primarily provided by two facilities: Carilion Giles Community Hospital and Giles County Health Department.
Carilion Giles Community Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Carilion Giles Community Hospital is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Pearisburg. It offers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is part of the Carilion Clinic, a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Roanoke, Virginia.
Giles County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Giles County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Giles County. These services include immunizations, family planning, women's health services, and environmental health services. The health department also plays a key role in emergency preparedness and response in the county.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Education in Giles County is provided by the Giles County Public Schools system, which operates five elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. The county is also home to New River Community College, a two-year institution that offers a variety of degree and certificate programs.
Economy[edit | edit source]
- The economy of Giles County is diverse, with key sectors including manufacturing, healthcare, education, and tourism. Major employers in the county include Celanese Corporation, Giles County Public Schools, and Carilion Giles Community Hospital.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
- Giles County is known for its outdoor recreational opportunities. The county is home to several state parks, including New River Trail State Park and Claytor Lake State Park. The Appalachian Trail also passes through the county, offering opportunities for hiking and backpacking.
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Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gray Amy 1518445733 | F | Other | 2018 | Nurse Practitioner | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | |||||
| Lilly Angela 1235418302 | F | Jc Edwards School Of Medicine, Marshall University | 2011 | Nurse Practitioner | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | |||||
| Timacdog Jeffensen Jay 1083103956 | F | Other | 2021 | Nurse Practitioner | 159 Hartley Way | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | 5409216000 | |||
| Vest Kristy 1912489097 | F | Other | 2018 | Nurse Practitioner | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | |||||
| Campbell Anne 1952383788 | PA | F | Other | 2004 | Physician Assistant | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | ||||
| Millard Veronika 1366104762 | F | Other | 2021 | Physician Assistant | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | |||||
| Tally Katie 1598472706 | F | University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine | 2022 | Physician Assistant | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 | 5409216000 | ||||
| Meredith Margaret 1922171255 | F | Temple University School Of Medicine | 1989 | Podiatry | Pearisburg | VA | 24134 |
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