Iberia Parish, LA
Iberia Parish, Louisiana[edit | edit source]
- Iberia Parish is a parish located in the U.S. state of Louisiana. As of the 2010 census, the population was 73,240. The parish seat is New Iberia. The parish was formed in 1868 and named for the Iberian Peninsula. It is part of the Lafayette, Louisiana Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Iberia Parish[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Iberia Parish is primarily provided by a mix of hospitals, clinics, and private practices. The parish is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of medical services to residents.
Iberia Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Iberia Medical Center is a general medical and surgical hospital located in New Iberia, Louisiana. It has been serving the community since 1960 and offers a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, women's health, and more. The hospital has 99 beds and employs over 800 staff members.
Dauterive Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Dauterive Hospital, also located in New Iberia, is a critical access hospital that provides emergency care, surgical services, and specialized care for patients with serious illnesses or injuries. The hospital has 103 beds and employs over 500 staff members.
Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center[edit | edit source]
- The Iberia Comprehensive Community Health Center is a federally qualified health center that provides primary care services to residents of Iberia Parish. The center offers a sliding fee scale to patients based on income and family size, making healthcare more accessible to low-income individuals and families.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the United States Census Bureau, the health insurance coverage in Iberia Parish is 85.1%, slightly lower than the national average. The parish also has a higher than average rate of adults with obesity and diabetes.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Iberia Parish, Louisiana is comprehensive, with several well-known facilities providing a wide range of services. However, like many areas, it faces challenges related to health insurance coverage and chronic disease rates. Efforts are ongoing to improve healthcare accessibility and outcomes in the parish.
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