Macon county, TN
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Macon County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Macon County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 22,248. Its county seat is Lafayette. Macon County is part of the Nashville-Davidson–Murfreesboro–Franklin, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Macon County is located in the northern part of Tennessee, bordering Kentucky to the north. It is characterized by rolling hills and fertile valleys, with the Cumberland River flowing through the western part of the county.
History[edit | edit source]
- Macon County was formed in 1842 from parts of Smith County and Sumner County. It was named in honor of Nathaniel Macon, a North Carolina statesman and U.S. senator.
Healthcare in Macon County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a vital part of the community in Macon County. The county is served by several healthcare facilities, providing a range of services from primary care to specialized treatments.
Macon Community Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Macon Community Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Lafayette. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality healthcare to the residents of Macon County and the surrounding areas.
The Palace Health Care and Rehabilitation Center[edit | edit source]
- The Palace Health Care and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home facility in Red Boiling Springs. It provides long-term care, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing care. The center is known for its compassionate care and commitment to improving the quality of life for its residents.
Macon County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Macon County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Macon County. These services include immunizations, health education, disease prevention, and environmental health services.
Education[edit | edit source]
- Education in Macon County is overseen by the Macon County School System, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the county. The county is also home to the Macon County Vocational Center, which provides vocational and technical education to high school students and adults.
Economy[edit | edit source]
- The economy of Macon County is diverse, with agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare being major sectors. The county is known for its tobacco production, and also has a significant poultry industry.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
- Macon County offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing and boating on the Cumberland River, hiking in the surrounding hills, and exploring the county's rich history at local museums and historic sites.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Tennessee
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Macon County, Tennessee
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Macon County government official website
- Macon Community Hospital
- The Palace Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
- Macon County Health Department
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Macon county, TN
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Collins Millard 1952389173 | MD | M | Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | 2001 | Family Practice | Lafayette | TN | 37083 |
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| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| Pardo Kaitlin 1205444668 | F | East Tennessee State University Quillen College Of Medicine | 2020 | Nurse Practitioner | Lafayette | TN | 37083 | |||||
| Feather Jonathan 1538243514 | F | Baylor College Of Medicine | 2021 | Physician Assistant | 573 Carthage Byp | Carthage | TN | 37083 | 6154866178 | |||
| James Steven 1477710887 | M | Other | 2008 | Physician Assistant | Suite A | Lafayette | TN | 37083 |
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