Lexington county, SC
Lexington County, South Carolina[edit | edit source]
- Lexington County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 262,391, and the 2019 population estimate was 298,750. Its county seat and largest town is Lexington. The county was created in 1785. Its name commemorates the Battle of Lexington in the American Revolutionary War.
Healthcare in Lexington County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Lexington County. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.
Lexington Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Lexington Medical Center is a 557-bed hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was founded in 1971 and has grown into one of the largest hospitals in the state. The hospital provides a wide range of services, including emergency care, maternity care, orthopedic services, and cancer care. In 2019, the hospital completed a major expansion that added eight operating rooms and 71 inpatient beds.
Providence Health[edit | edit source]
- Providence Health is a two-hospital system in Columbia, South Carolina, with a significant presence in Lexington County. The system's hospitals, Providence Health and Providence Health Northeast, provide a range of services, including cardiovascular care, orthopedic services, and women's health services. Providence Health is part of LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company based in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Palmetto Health USC Medical Group[edit | edit source]
- Palmetto Health USC Medical Group is a large, multispecialty physician group that serves patients in Lexington County and throughout the Midlands region of South Carolina. The group includes more than 500 physicians and advanced practice providers, covering a wide range of specialties. The group is affiliated with Prisma Health, the largest healthcare provider in South Carolina.
Public Health in Lexington County[edit | edit source]
- Public health in Lexington County is overseen by the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). The DHEC provides a range of services to residents of Lexington County, including health inspections, disease control, and health education. The DHEC also operates several health clinics in the county, providing services such as immunizations, family planning, and STD testing.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Lexington County, South Carolina, is provided by a variety of facilities, from large hospitals to small clinics. These facilities, along with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, work together to ensure the health and well-being of all residents of Lexington County.
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Primary Care Lexington county, SC
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