Hardee county, FL

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Hardee County, Florida[edit | edit source]

  • Hardee County is a rural county located in the U.S. state of Florida. As of the 2010 census, the population was 27,731. Its county seat is Wauchula. Hardee County comprises the Wauchula, FL Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Hardee County, Florida[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Hardee County, Florida is primarily provided by a mix of public and private entities. These include hospitals, clinics, and individual healthcare providers. The county's healthcare system is designed to meet the needs of its diverse population, which includes both urban and rural residents.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • Florida Hospital Wauchula is the primary healthcare facility in Hardee County. It is a 25-bed critical access hospital that provides a full range of healthcare services to residents of Hardee County and surrounding areas. The hospital is part of the AdventHealth network, one of the largest faith-based health care systems in the U.S.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

  • There are several clinics in Hardee County that provide a range of healthcare services. These include the Hardee County Health Department, which offers services such as immunizations, family planning, and disease control. The Central Florida Health Care, Inc. is a private, not-for-profit, Federally Qualified Health Center that provides primary healthcare services to the residents of Hardee County.

Healthcare Providers[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare providers in Hardee County include a mix of primary care physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals. These providers work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, and private practices.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Florida Department of Health, Hardee County has a higher rate of uninsured residents compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of diabetes and obesity compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Hardee County, Florida is a critical component of the county's overall quality of life. Despite facing challenges such as a high rate of uninsured residents and higher rates of certain chronic diseases, the county's healthcare system continues to strive to meet the needs of its residents. Through the efforts of hospitals, clinics, and healthcare providers, Hardee County is working to improve the health and well-being of its residents.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Hardee county, FL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Antonio Roa 1932137957 MD M Other 1973 Family Practice 200 S Scenic Hwy Frostproof FL 33873 8634533121
Palomado Raul 1922043439 M Other 1974 General Practice Bowling Green FL 33834
Bethel-ellison Samantha 1275950297 F Howard University College Of Medicine 2013 Internal Medicine Florida Hospital Wauchula Wauchula FL 33873
Dawod Rajiha Samir 1053751149 M Other 2010 Internal Medicine Wauchula FL 33873
Kingsley Tavarez Joanna 1346661857 F Other 2010 Internal Medicine Wauchula FL 33873



Hardee county, FL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Kenneth Pfahler 1295870087 M Baylor College Of Medicine 1992 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine 601 Medical Dr Englewood FL 33873 9414755621



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Blalock David 1922076124 NP F Other 2000 Nurse Practitioner Wauchula FL 33873
Cynthia Deveaux-moona 1023752185 F Other 2021 Nurse Practitioner 1303 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL 33873 9419536949
Gloria Malpica Hamilton 1477268415 F Other 2022 Nurse Practitioner 302 E James Lee Blvd Crestview FL 33873 8663892727
Lopez Fontanez Jessica 1073286498 F Other 2021 Nurse Practitioner Wauchula FL 33873
Pena Gonzalez Alida 1982173845 F Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Wauchula FL 33873


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