Madison county, TN
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Madison County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Madison County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee. As of the 2010 census, the population was 98,294. Its county seat is Jackson. Madison County is named for founding father and president, James Madison. The county is part of the Jackson, TN Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Madison County, Tennessee[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Madison County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the local community.
Jackson-Madison County General Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Jackson-Madison County General Hospital is the largest hospital in West Tennessee. It is a 642-bed tertiary care center, providing a wide range of health services to the residents of Madison County and the surrounding areas. The hospital is managed by West Tennessee Healthcare, a public, not-for-profit healthcare system.
The Jackson Clinic[edit | edit source]
- The Jackson Clinic is a multi-specialty group practice of over 140 physicians in 25 specialties and subspecialties. Founded in 1950, it is one of the largest private multi-specialty clinics in Tennessee, offering comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Madison County.
West Tennessee Healthcare North Hospital[edit | edit source]
- West Tennessee Healthcare North Hospital is a 152-bed acute care hospital offering a range of services including emergency care, orthopedics, cardiology, and women's health. It is part of the West Tennessee Healthcare system.
Madison County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Madison County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Madison County. These include immunizations, family planning, WIC services, and health education programs.
Health Statistics in Madison County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Madison County ranks 78th out of 95 counties in Tennessee for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher rate of premature death compared to the state average, with 9,300 premature deaths per 100,000 population compared to the Tennessee average of 7,900.
- The county also has a higher percentage of adults reporting poor or fair health (20%) compared to the state average (18%). However, the county performs better than the state average in terms of access to healthcare providers, with one primary care physician for every 1,040 residents, compared to the state average of one for every 1,330 residents.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Madison County, Tennessee, is served by a number of reputable facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the community. Despite facing some health challenges, the county benefits from a strong healthcare infrastructure and access to quality medical care.
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Primary Care Madison county, TN
Madison county, TN - Specialists
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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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