Hinds county, MS
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Hinds County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]
- Hinds County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 245,285, making it the most populous county in Mississippi. Its county seats are Raymond and Jackson, the state capital. The county is named for General Thomas Hinds, a hero of the Battle of New Orleans during the War of 1812.
Healthcare in Hinds County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Hinds County, Mississippi is a critical aspect of the county's infrastructure, providing essential medical services to the residents of the county. The healthcare system in Hinds County includes a variety of facilities such as hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- University of Mississippi Medical Center
- The University of Mississippi Medical Center (UMMC), located in Jackson, is the health sciences campus of the University of Mississippi (Ole Miss) and is the largest medical provider in the state. UMMC includes seven health science schools: medicine, nursing, dentistry, health related professions, graduate studies, population health, and pharmacy.
- St. Dominic Hospital
- St. Dominic Hospital, also located in Jackson, is a 571-bed acute care facility sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Springfield, Illinois. The hospital provides a wide range of services including cancer treatment, heart services, women's and children's services, and behavioral health services.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center
- The Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center is the largest community health center in central Mississippi, providing a wide range of health services to the residents of Hinds County. The center offers services such as family medicine, pediatrics, women's health, dental care, and behavioral health services.
Long-Term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
- The Manhattan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Jackson, provides long-term care and rehabilitation services to the elderly and those with disabilities. The center offers services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and skilled nursing care.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Hinds County, Mississippi is a comprehensive system that provides a wide range of medical services to the residents of the county. From hospitals and clinics to long-term care facilities, the healthcare system in Hinds County is equipped to meet the diverse health needs of its population.
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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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| 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 Mississippi | |
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