Penobscot county, ME

Penobscot County, ME

• Penobscot County is a county located in the U.S. state of Maine. As of the 2020 census, the population was 152,148. Its county seat is Bangor. The county was established on 15 February 1816 from part of Hancock County when the area was still part of Massachusetts. Penobscot County comprises the Bangor, ME Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Penobscot County, ME

• Healthcare in Penobscot County is primarily provided by several well-known healthcare facilities. These facilities offer a wide range of services, from primary care to specialized treatments.

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

• Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center is a leading healthcare provider in Penobscot County. Located in Bangor, the hospital offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, primary care, cancer care, and cardiology services. As of 2021, the hospital has 411 beds and employs over 3,000 healthcare professionals.

St. Joseph Healthcare

• St. Joseph Healthcare is another major healthcare provider in the county. The hospital, also located in Bangor, offers a variety of services, including primary care, emergency care, and specialized treatments. The hospital has 112 beds and employs over 1,000 healthcare professionals.

Penobscot Community Health Care

• Penobscot Community Health Care is a non-profit organization providing healthcare services to the residents of Penobscot County. It operates several healthcare centers throughout the county, offering services such as primary care, dental care, and mental health services.

Health Statistics in Penobscot County

• According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Penobscot County ranks 13th in health outcomes out of the 16 counties in Maine. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average. However, the county has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average.

Conclusion

• Healthcare in Penobscot County, ME is provided by several well-known facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the county's residents. Despite some health challenges, these facilities continue to work towards improving the health and well-being of the people in Penobscot County.
  

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Primary Care Penobscot county, ME

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Purdy Laura 1093058463		F	Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med	2011	Family Practice				Brewer	ME	4412

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