Howard county, MD
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Howard County, Maryland[edit | edit source]
- Howard County is located in the U.S. state of Maryland. As of the 2020 census, the population was 328,200. Its county seat is Ellicott City. Howard County is included in the Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Washington-Baltimore-Arlington, DC-MD-VA-WV-PA Combined Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Howard County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Howard County, Maryland is a vital part of the community. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.
Howard County General Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Howard County General Hospital is a 266-bed, not-for-profit health care provider located in Columbia, Maryland. A member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, the hospital offers a comprehensive range of services, from neonatal care and pediatric services to heart care and oncology services.
Chase Brexton Health Care[edit | edit source]
- Chase Brexton Health Care is a primary care provider that has been serving the community since 1978. With a location in Columbia, Chase Brexton provides a variety of services including adult medicine, pediatric care, behavioral health, dental care, and more.
Sheppard Pratt Ellicott City[edit | edit source]
- Sheppard Pratt Ellicott City is a behavioral health provider offering a full continuum of care for individuals with mental health and addiction issues. Services include inpatient, day hospital, and outpatient programs.
Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Howard County Health Department is the primary public health agency in the county. It provides a variety of services to protect the health of residents, including disease prevention, health promotion, and protection from environmental threats.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Howard County, Maryland is comprehensive and accessible, with a variety of facilities and services available to meet the needs of the community. From hospitals to primary care providers to mental health services, residents have access to high-quality care close to home.
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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 Maryland | |
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