Jefferson county, TN
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Jefferson County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Jefferson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 51,407. Its county seat is Dandridge, and its largest city is Jefferson City. The county is named after Thomas Jefferson, the third president of the United States.
Healthcare in Jefferson County, TN[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Jefferson County, Tennessee is provided by a variety of facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care centers. These facilities offer a range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Jefferson Memorial Hospital is the primary healthcare facility in Jefferson County. It is a 58-bed facility that provides a full range of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is part of the Tennova Healthcare network, which operates hospitals and clinics throughout Tennessee.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- There are several clinics in Jefferson County that provide primary and specialized care. These include the Jefferson Family Physicians, which offers family medicine services, and the Jefferson County Health Department, which provides public health services such as immunizations and health education.
Specialized Care Centers[edit | edit source]
- Jefferson County is also home to several specialized care centers. The Jefferson County Nursing Home provides long-term care and rehabilitation services, while the Jefferson County Mental Health Center offers mental health and substance abuse treatment services.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the United States Census Bureau, Jefferson County has a relatively high rate of uninsured residents, with 15.4% of the population lacking health insurance. The county also has a higher than average rate of obesity, with 33.1% of adults classified as obese.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Jefferson County, Tennessee is provided by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the needs of the community. Despite the challenges posed by high rates of uninsured residents and obesity, these facilities continue to work towards improving the health and wellbeing of the county's residents.
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Primary Care Jefferson county, TN
Jefferson county, TN - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dilworth Lee 1043209844 | MD | M | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine | 1980 | Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) | Internal Medicine | Jefferson City | TN | 37760 | |||
| Sturdivant Joseph 1053514455 | M | University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine | 2007 | Hospitalist | Pediatric Medicine | Jefferson City | TN | 37760 | ||||
| Beuerlein Frank 1487623484 | M | University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine | 1987 | Pathology | Jefferson City | TN | 37760 | |||||
| Ramsey Christopher 1205836343 | M | University Of Toledo College Of Medicine | 1997 | Urology | Suite A | Jefferson City | TN | 37760 |
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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 Tennessee | |
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