McDowell county, WV

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McDowell County, West Virginia[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in McDowell County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in McDowell County, West Virginia is a critical aspect of the county's infrastructure. The county is served by several healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Welch Community Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Welch Community Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Welch, the county seat of McDowell County. It provides emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic radiology, and a wide range of other inpatient and outpatient medical services.

McDowell ARH Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • McDowell ARH Hospital is another significant healthcare provider in the county. It is part of the Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) system, a not-for-profit health system serving Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia. The hospital offers a variety of services, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and specialty medical services.

Tug River Health Association[edit | edit source]

  • The Tug River Health Association operates several clinics throughout McDowell County. These clinics provide primary care services, including family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health services. They also offer dental services and behavioral health services.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, McDowell County ranks last in West Virginia for health outcomes, which measure how long people live and how healthy people feel. The county's high rates of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity contribute to this ranking. Additionally, McDowell County has a higher rate of people under the age of 65 without health insurance compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • While McDowell County faces significant health challenges, the healthcare facilities in the county are committed to improving the health and well-being of the community. Through their services, they aim to address the health needs of the county's residents and contribute to the overall improvement of health outcomes in the region.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care McDowell county, WV



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Muscari Michael 1528170438 DO M West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine 1984 Family Practice 19771 Coal Heritage Rd Welch WV 24801 3044362629
Salyers James 1093196883 M West Virginia School Of Osteopathic Medicine 2015 Family Practice Welch WV 24801



McDowell county, WV - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
James Watson 1841322179 MD M University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine 2002 Diagnostic Radiology 2900 1st Ave Huntington WV 24801 3045261140
Cowans Rodney 1306803374 MD M Virginia Commonwealth University, School Of Medicine 1992 Emergency Medicine Family Practice Welch WV 24801



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Blevins Julia 1255059796 F Other 2022 Nurse Practitioner Welch WV 24801
Estep Sandra 1184705816 NP F Other 1999 Nurse Practitioner Rm 1344 Bradshaw WV 24817 3049677682
Green Dorothy 1487176517 F Other 2016 Nurse Practitioner Welch WV 24801


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