Philadelphia county, PA

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Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania[edit | edit source]

Philadelphia County is one of the 67 counties in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It is the most populous county in the state and the second-most densely populated county in the United States, behind only New York County (Manhattan). The county is the smallest in area in the state, encompassing only 143 square miles. The county seat and largest city is Philadelphia, the sixth-most populous city in the U.S.

Healthcare in Philadelphia County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Philadelphia County is a major sector, with numerous hospitals and medical institutions serving the residents. The county is home to some of the most prestigious and well-known healthcare facilities in the country.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania: The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP) is the flagship hospital of Penn Medicine and is located in the University City section of West Philadelphia. It is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia: The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is one of the largest and oldest children's hospitals in the world. CHOP has been ranked as the best children's hospital in the United States by U.S. News & World Report and Parents Magazine multiple times.

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital is a 908-bed academic medical center located in Center City Philadelphia. The hospital was ranked #16 on U.S. News & World Report's 2019-2020 'Best Hospitals Honor Roll'.

Temple University Hospital: Temple University Hospital (TUH) is one of the region's most respected academic medical centers. The 732-bed Philadelphia hospital is also the chief clinical training site for the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

Health Systems[edit | edit source]

University of Pennsylvania Health System: The University of Pennsylvania Health System (UPHS) is a major multi-hospital health system headquartered in Philadelphia. UPHS, along with the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, comprise Penn Medicine, a clinical and research entity of the University of Pennsylvania.

Jefferson Health: Jefferson Health, also known as Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, is a multi-state non-profit health system whose flagship hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, is located in Center City, Philadelphia.

Temple Health: Temple Health refers to the health, education and research activities carried out by the affiliates of Temple University Health System and the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

Public Health[edit | edit source]

The Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) is the agency responsible for protecting and promoting the health of Philadelphia's residents. The PDPH provides many services, including disease control, environmental health, and health promotion and education.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Philadelphia County is a vital part of the community, providing essential services to residents and contributing significantly to the local economy. With a range of world-class hospitals and health systems, Philadelphia County is at the forefront of medical innovation and patient care.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Philadelphia county, PA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Adams Russell 1134191224 DO M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2001 Family Practice Suite 211 212 Philadelphia PA 19141
Adams Russell 1134191224 DO M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2001 Family Practice Philadelphia PA 19143
Alwine Lawrence 1144291147 M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1975 Family Practice 1335 W Tabor Rd Suite 211 212 Philadelphia PA 19141 8008056989
Appiah Karen 1427390434 F Other 2010 Family Practice Philadelphia PA 19114
Appiah Karen 1427390434 F Other 2010 Family Practice Philadelphia PA 19124
Applebaum Steven 1770553968 DO M Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie 2000 Family Practice Suite 11 Philadelphia PA 19128
Attanasio Michael 1174593958 M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1993 Family Practice Philadelphia PA 19145
Ayubcha Soussan 1013103910 F Other 2004 Family Practice 3737 Market St Suite 9 Philadelphia PA 19104 2156628777
Baylson Margaret 1255493607 F Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University 2005 Family Practice 102 Penn Center For Primary Care Philadelphia PA 19104
Baylson Margaret 1255493607 F Jefferson Medical College Of Thomas Jefferson University 2005 Family Practice Novacare Rehabilitation Philadelphia PA 19131

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Philadelphia county, PA - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Partington Sara 1144450040 F Other 2003 Adult Congenital Heart Disease (Achd) Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Philadelphia PA 19104
Genuardi Michael 1275897746 M Tufts University School Of Medicine 2012 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Philadelphia PA 19104
Mathelier Hansie 1770637357 F Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine 2005 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Penn Cardiology Penn Presbyterian 4th Floor Philadelphia PA 19104
Ortega Legaspi Juan 1689989964 M Other 2008 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Philadelphia PA 19104
Reza Nosheen 1467714279 F University Of Virginia School Of Medicine 2012 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Philadelphia PA 19104
Rhondalyn Forde-mclean 1568512499 F University Of California, San Francisco School Of Medicine 2001 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Interventional Cardiology 51 N 39th St Hvp 2nd Fl Philadelphia PA 19104 2156629010
Storozynsky Eugene 1417999236 MD M University Of Rochester School Of Medicine And Dentistry 2000 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Mezzanine Philadelphia PA 19107
Vaccaro Benjamin 1295027936 M University Of Missouri, Columbia School Of Medicine 2011 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Penn Cardiology Penn Presbyterian 4th Floor Philadelphia PA 19104
Vidula Himabindu 1679736789 F Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School 2007 Advanced Heart Failure And Transplant Cardiology Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) Philadelphia PA 19104
Cianferoni Antonella 1609993609 F Other 1996 Allergy/immunology Pediatric Medicine Philadelphia PA 19104

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Farmer Mari-carmen 1629502315 F Other 2016 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Suite 1 Philadelphia PA 19107
Sanchez Michelle 1710510870 F Other 2020 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Philadelphia PA 19143
Aboff Alyssa 1760133292 F Other 2016 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Philadelphia PA 19111
Alvarez Jorge 1225752801 M Other 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Philadelphia PA 19107
Amy Thimons 1356304257 CNA F Other 2004 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1000 Dutch Ridge Rd Beaver PA 19111 7247287000
Ana Weaver 1932394160 F Other 2007 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19143 2154812000
Balitzky Renate 1831790609 F Other 2020 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Anesthesia Presby Philadelphia PA 19104
Bennett Ralph 1871580100 M Other 1996 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Phila PA 19148
Benson Rose 1033440607 F Other 2009 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Suite 8490 Philadelphia PA 19107
Beth Labella 1619979234 CNA F Other 1995 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 60 E Township Line Rd Elkins Park PA 19143 2156636700

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