Nye county, NV

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Nye County, Nevada[edit | edit source]

  • Nye County is the third largest county in the United States, located in the state of Nevada. It was established in 1864 and named after James W. Nye, the first governor of the Nevada Territory. The county seat is Tonopah. As of the 2010 census, the population was 43,946. The county's economy is primarily based on mining, agriculture, and tourism.

Healthcare in Nye County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Nye County is provided by a variety of facilities and services. These include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers. The county's healthcare system is designed to meet the needs of its diverse population, which includes both urban and rural residents.

Desert View Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Desert View Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Pahrump, the largest town in Nye County. It offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a member of the Universal Health Services network.

Nye Regional Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Nye Regional Medical Center, located in Tonopah, was the primary healthcare provider for the central part of the county. However, it closed in 2015 due to financial difficulties. Efforts are ongoing to reopen the facility and restore its services.

Amargosa Valley Medical Clinic[edit | edit source]

  • Amargosa Valley Medical Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Amargosa Valley. It provides a range of services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care. The clinic is part of the Nevada Health Centers network.

Nye County Health and Human Services[edit | edit source]

  • Nye County Health and Human Services provides a variety of public health services to residents of Nye County. These include immunizations, health education, and disease prevention programs. The department also coordinates with state and federal agencies to respond to public health emergencies.

Challenges and Future Directions[edit | edit source]

  • Despite the availability of these facilities and services, Nye County faces several healthcare challenges. These include a shortage of healthcare providers, particularly in rural areas, and a high rate of uninsured residents. To address these issues, the county is working to attract more healthcare professionals to the area and to expand access to health insurance. Additionally, efforts are ongoing to reopen the Nye Regional Medical Center, which would significantly increase the county's healthcare capacity.
  • In conclusion, while Nye County has a robust healthcare system, there is still work to be done to ensure that all residents have access to high-quality, affordable healthcare services.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Nye county, NV



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Keefe Patrick 1124519970 F William Carey University College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2018 Family Practice 1397 S Loop Rd Pahrump NV 89048 7757275500
Mccomb Ryan 1669813952 M Other 2013 Family Practice Pahrump NV 89048
Roberson Matthew 1871590570 M University Of Texas Medical School At San Antonio 2000 Family Practice 1151 S Nevada Hwy 160 Pahrump NV 89048 7757278900
Wang Jim 1962614388 MD M Midwestern University, Chicago College Of Osteopathic Med 1996 Family Practice Pahrump NV 89048
Nowins Rosemary 1831239524 F Other 1984 Internal Medicine Pahrump NV 89048
Singh Amarjit 1982890539 F Other 2006 Internal Medicine Family Practice Suite 600 Pahrump NV 89048



Nye county, NV - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Rhodes Charles 1437105855 MD M University Of Colorado School Of Medicine, Denver 1977 Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Internal Medicine Suite 700 Pahrump NV 89048
Agrawal Rajneesh 1659319614 M Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School 1992 Diagnostic Radiology Suite 100 Pahrump NV 89048
Bhanderi Sudipkumar 1841497757 M Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans 2007 Diagnostic Radiology Suite 100 Pahrump NV 89048
Kardooni Kaveh 1558492124 M New York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of Technology 2004 Diagnostic Radiology Suite 100 Pahrump NV 89048
Muir Benjamin 1497956635 M University Of Arizona College Of Medicine 2004 Diagnostic Radiology Suite 100 Pahrump NV 89048
Pham Trey 1659559334 M University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) 2001 Diagnostic Radiology Suite 100 Pahrump NV 89048
Pokroy Raanan 1841229135 MD M Creighton University School Of Medicine 1999 Emergency Medicine Pahrump NV 89048
Watson David 1861572679 M University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine 1994 Emergency Medicine Pahrump NV 89048
Braunstein Neil 1265434716 MD M University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine 1997 Rheumatology Pahrump NV 89048



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Cattabriga Diane 1780843235 F Other 2007 Nurse Practitioner Pahrump NV 89048
Goedhart Renae 1275585382 F Other 2000 Nurse Practitioner Suite 9 Pahrump NV 89048
Mcginnis Diane 1437489119 F Other 2009 Nurse Practitioner Beeatty NV 89003
Rivera Eva Maria 1437780996 F Other 2020 Nurse Practitioner Suite 7 Pahrump NV 89048
Shultis Lindiane 1093284218 F Other 2018 Nurse Practitioner Pahrump NV 89048
Choi Chin 1629189121 OD F Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago 1998 Optometry Pahrump NV 89048
Christensen Davin 1811251002 M Other 2012 Physical Therapy Suite 4 Pahrump NV 89048


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