Pine county, MN

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Pine County, Minnesota[edit | edit source]

  • Pine County is a county located in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 29,750. Its county seat is Pine City. The county was formed in 1856 and organized in 1872. It is named after the abundance of Pine trees in the region.

Healthcare in Pine County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Pine County, Minnesota is a vital part of the community, providing essential medical services to residents of the county. The healthcare system in Pine County includes hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • Essentia Health Sandstone is a critical access hospital located in Sandstone, Minnesota. It provides emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care, surgery, and specialty services. The hospital is part of the larger Essentia Health system, which serves patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Idaho.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

  • Gateway Family Health Clinic has a location in Pine City, offering a range of services including family medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics, and behavioral health. The clinic is part of a larger network of clinics serving northeastern Minnesota.

Long-Term Care Facilities[edit | edit source]

  • Lakeside Medical Center in Pine City provides long-term care for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Services include skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, and memory care.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Minnesota Department of Health, Pine County has a higher rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. In 2019, 6.5% of Pine County residents were uninsured, compared to the state average of 4.4%.
  • The county also has higher rates of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which can contribute to a variety of health issues. In 2019, 24% of adults in Pine County were smokers, compared to the state average of 14%. The same year, 30% of adults in the county were obese, compared to the state average of 28%.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Pine County, Minnesota is a critical part of the community, providing essential services to residents. While there are challenges, including higher rates of uninsured individuals and health risk behaviors, the county is served by a variety of healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Pine county, MN



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Harden Ryan 1295957116 M University Of Minnesota Medical School 2006 Family Practice Hinckley MN 55037



Pine county, MN - Specialists


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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Johnson Christine 1033259411 F Other 2005 Clinical Psychologist Pine City MN 55063
Gjinollari Bledar 1922750199 F Other 2007 Clinical Social Worker 705 Hillside Ave Se Pine City MN 55063 3206297600
Mary Varner 1891164000 M Other 1981 Clinical Social Worker 220 Railroad St Se Pine City MN 55063 3206297600
Vander Velden Jamie 1477190692 F Other 2017 Clinical Social Worker Suite 200 Pine City MN 55063
Garofalo Rafe 1639102114 OD M Pacific University - College Of Optometry 1996 Optometry Pine City MN 55063
Tara Kempfer 1750398228 OD F Pacific University - College Of Optometry 2006 Optometry 810 N Baird Ave Fergus Falls MN 55037 2187365609
Toler Calli 1164007670 F Other 2020 Optometry Pine City MN 55063


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