Kittson county, MN

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Kittson County, Minnesota[edit | edit source]

Kittson County is a county located in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 4,552. Its county seat is Hallock. It is named after Canadian fur trader and railroad entrepreneur Norman Kittson. The county was officially organized on February 25, 1879, having been part of the Pembina District prior to that time. The terrain of Kittson County is largely flat, devoted to agriculture. The Red River flows northward along the county's western border.

Healthcare in Kittson County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Kittson County is primarily provided by two main facilities: Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center and Altru Clinic in Karlstad.

Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center[edit | edit source]

Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center is a critical access hospital located in Hallock, MN. It provides emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care, long-term care, and a variety of specialty services. The hospital is equipped with 15 beds and is certified by the Minnesota Department of Health.

Services offered at Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center include:

  • Emergency Care
  • Inpatient Care
  • Outpatient Care
  • Long-term Care
  • Specialty Services

Altru Clinic - Karlstad[edit | edit source]

Altru Clinic in Karlstad is a part of Altru Health System, which is based in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The clinic provides a range of healthcare services to the residents of Kittson County. The services include family medicine, women's health, pediatric care, and more.

Services offered at Altru Clinic - Karlstad include:

  • Family Medicine
  • Women's Health
  • Pediatric Care

Public Health Services[edit | edit source]

Kittson County Public Health Department provides a variety of services to protect and promote the health of people living in Kittson County. Services include immunizations, disease prevention and control, health education, and maternal and child health services.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Kittson County, Minnesota is comprehensive and accessible, with facilities like Kittson Memorial Healthcare Center and Altru Clinic in Karlstad providing a wide range of services. The county's public health department also plays a crucial role in promoting health and preventing disease among its residents.

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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Pinnock Amanda 1811303944 F University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine 2014 Nurse Practitioner Hallock MN 56728
Oliver Karrah 1831503267 F University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine 2014 Physician Assistant Karlstad MN 56732


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