Hawaii county, HI
Hawaii County, HI[edit | edit source]
- Hawaii County is the largest county in the U.S. state of Hawaii, in terms of geographical area. The county encompasses the entire Island of Hawaii, also known as the Big Island. The county seat is Hilo, the largest city on the island. As of the 2020 census, the population of Hawaii County was approximately 201,513.
Healthcare in Hawaii County, HI[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Hawaii County is provided by a variety of facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of medical services.
Hilo Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Hilo Medical Center is the largest facility in Hawaii County and is part of the Hawaii Health Systems Corporation. It is a full-service, 276-bed acute care hospital that offers comprehensive healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, and women's health.
North Hawaii Community Hospital[edit | edit source]
- North Hawaii Community Hospital is a non-profit community hospital located in Waimea. It provides a variety of services, including emergency care, surgical services, women's health, and primary care. The hospital is part of the Queen's Health Systems.
Kona Community Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Kona Community Hospital, located in Kealakekua, is a 94-bed full-service acute care hospital with 24-hour emergency services. It offers a range of services, including surgery, orthopedics, obstetrics, and gynecology.
Hamakua-Kohala Health[edit | edit source]
- Hamakua-Kohala Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides comprehensive primary healthcare services to the communities of Hamakua and Kohala. It operates clinics in Honokaa and Kapaau.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the United States Census Bureau, the percentage of people in Hawaii County without health insurance coverage was 8.1% in 2019. The county's primary care physicians to population ratio is 1,390:1, which is higher than the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Hawaii County, HI, is provided by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the county's residents. From large hospitals to smaller clinics, these facilities strive to provide high-quality healthcare services to ensure the well-being of the community.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Hawaii county, HI
Hawaii county, HI - Specialists
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| Hawaii Physician / Provider Directory | ||
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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 Hawaii | |
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