Minnehaha county, SD
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Minnehaha County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]
- Minnehaha County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 196,799, making it the most populous county in South Dakota. Its county seat is Sioux Falls, the largest city in the state. The county was created in 1862 and organized in 1868. Its name was derived from the Sioux word Mnihaha, meaning "rapid water," or "waterfall" (often also incorrectly translated as "laughing water").
Healthcare in Minnehaha County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Minnehaha County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing services to the residents.
Sanford Health[edit | edit source]
- Sanford Health is one of the largest health systems in the United States. It's headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, and has more than 28,000 employees. In Minnehaha County, Sanford Health operates the Sanford USD Medical Center, a large hospital with 545 beds and a Level II Trauma Center.
Avera Health[edit | edit source]
- Avera Health is a regional health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It operates the Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center, a 545-bed, non-profit, Catholic facility in Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County. The hospital is known for several specialty areas, including oncology, gastroenterology, and cardiology.
Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital is a physician-owned hospital located in Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County. It offers a broad range of specialized surgical and medical services, including orthopedics, pain management, and gastroenterology.
Falls Community Health[edit | edit source]
- Falls Community Health is a community health center in Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County. It provides primary medical, dental, and mental health services to all individuals, regardless of their ability to pay.
Public Health in Minnehaha County[edit | edit source]
- The Minnehaha County Health Department is responsible for protecting and improving the health of its residents. The department provides a variety of services, including disease prevention, health education, and environmental health services.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, is comprehensive and diverse, with several major healthcare providers offering a wide range of services. From large health systems like Sanford Health and Avera Health to specialized facilities like Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital and community health centers like Falls Community Health, residents have access to high-quality healthcare services.
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Primary Care Minnehaha county, SD
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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 South Dakota | |
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