Nantucket county, MA

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Nantucket County, Massachusetts[edit | edit source]

Nantucket County is a county located in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. As of the 2010 census, the population was 10,172. It is the smallest county by land area and second smallest by total area in the state. The county was created by the Massachusetts General Court on June 22, 1695, and consists of the main island of Nantucket and the smaller Tuckernuck and Muskeget islands.

Healthcare in Nantucket County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Nantucket County is primarily provided by the Nantucket Cottage Hospital, which is the only hospital on the island. The hospital is a member of the Partners HealthCare system, which is a non-profit healthcare system that includes several hospitals in the Boston area.

Nantucket Cottage Hospital[edit | edit source]

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Nantucket, Massachusetts. It was founded in 1911 and has been serving the residents and visitors of Nantucket Island ever since. The hospital provides a wide range of health and wellness services, including emergency care, surgical services, and primary care.

The hospital is equipped with 19 beds and has a staff of over 100 healthcare professionals. In 2018, the hospital moved to a new, state-of-the-art facility that was designed to meet the unique healthcare needs of the island community.

Partners HealthCare[edit | edit source]

Partners HealthCare is a Boston-based non-profit hospital and physicians network that includes Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, two of the nation's most prestigious teaching institutions. Founded in 1994, Partners HealthCare includes community and specialty hospitals, a managed care organization, a physician network, community health centers, home care, and other health-related entities.

Partners HealthCare is committed to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. It achieves this through a combination of medical care, research, and education.

Other Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]

In addition to the Nantucket Cottage Hospital, there are several other healthcare facilities in Nantucket County. These include the Nantucket Health Department, which provides public health services to the community, and the Fairwinds—Nantucket’s Counseling Center, which offers mental health and substance abuse services.

Nantucket Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Nantucket Health Department is responsible for protecting, promoting, and preserving the health and well-being of all Nantucket residents and visitors. The department provides a variety of services, including disease prevention, health promotion, and protection from environmental threats.

Fairwinds—Nantucket’s Counseling Center[edit | edit source]

Fairwinds—Nantucket’s Counseling Center is a private, non-profit agency that provides professional mental health and substance abuse services to the Nantucket community. The center offers a range of services, including individual, group, and family therapy, as well as community education and prevention programs.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Nantucket County, Massachusetts is comprehensive and accessible, with a range of facilities and services available to meet the needs of the community. From the Nantucket Cottage Hospital to the various health departments and counseling centers, residents and visitors have access to high-quality care and resources.

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