Platte county, WY
Platte County, Wyoming
Platte County is a county located in the U.S. state of Wyoming. As of the 2010 census, the population was 8,667. Its county seat is Wheatland. The county was created February 21, 1911, with land detached from Laramie County and organized in 1913. It is named for the North Platte River, which flows through the northeastern part of the county.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Platte County spans 2,111 square miles, with a diverse landscape that includes the Laramie Mountains in the west and the High Plains in the east. The North Platte River flows through the county, providing vital water resources for agriculture and wildlife.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2010 census, there were 8,667 people, 3,838 households, and 2,659 families residing in the county. The population density was 4 people per square mile.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Platte County is primarily based on agriculture, with wheat, corn, and cattle being the major products. The county is also home to several small manufacturing and service industries.
Education[edit | edit source]
Platte County is served by Platte County School District #1 and #2. The districts operate several elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as an alternative high school.
Healthcare in Platte County[edit | edit source]
Healthcare services in Platte County are primarily provided by the Platte County Memorial Hospital and a number of private practices.
Platte County Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
Platte County Memorial Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Wheatland, Wyoming. It offers a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and rehabilitation services. The hospital is part of the Banner Health system, a nonprofit healthcare system that operates in six states.
Private Practices[edit | edit source]
There are several private practices in Platte County that offer a range of healthcare services. These include family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and specialty services such as cardiology and orthopedics.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Platte County is served by several major highways, including Interstate 25, U.S. Route 26, and U.S. Route 87. The county also has a small airport, Phifer Airfield, located in Wheatland.
Recreation[edit | edit source]
Platte County offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, and camping. The county is home to several parks and recreation areas, including Glendo State Park and Guernsey State Park.
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External Links[edit | edit source]
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Platte county, WY
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lauri Palmer 1154411957 | MD | F | University Of Utah School Of Medicine | 1991 | Family Practice | 201 14th St | Wheatland | WY | 82201 | 3073222626 | ||
| Slingwine Rebecca 1043665466 | F | Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie | 2016 | Family Practice | Wheatland | WY | 82201 | |||||
| Campbell Mark 1770571432 | MD | M | Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med | 1988 | Obstetrics/gynecology | Wheatland | WY | 82201 |
Platte county, WY - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battershell Ty 1518987379 | MD | M | University Of Utah School Of Medicine | 1992 | Emergency Medicine | Wheatland | WY | 82201 | ||||
| Marshall Robert 1518978980 | M | Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport | 1984 | General Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Wheatland | WY | 82201 | ||||
| Schubert Eric 1275594467 | MD | M | Other | 1997 | Neurosurgery | Wheatland | WY | 82201 |
Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hicks Tanda 1053312504 | NP | F | Other | 2002 | Nurse Practitioner | Wheatland | WY | 82201 | ||||
| Keller Jennifer 1639586209 | F | Other | 2018 | Nurse Practitioner | Wheatland | WY | 82201 |
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Wyoming | |
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