Polk county, FL

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Polk County, Florida[edit | edit source]

  • Polk County is located in the U.S. state of Florida. The county seat is Bartow, and the largest city is Lakeland. The county was created in 1861 and named after James K. Polk, the 11th President of the United States. It is part of the Lakeland-Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Polk County, Florida[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Polk County is a vital part of the community, providing services to residents and visitors alike. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities, each offering a range of services.

Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center is a large, non-profit hospital located in Lakeland, Florida. It is the fifth-largest hospital in Florida with over 800 beds and provides comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, heart care, cancer care, and women's health services.

Winter Haven Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Winter Haven Hospital is a 529-bed hospital located in Winter Haven, Florida. It is a part of the BayCare Health System and offers a wide range of services including a stroke center, a heart and vascular institute, and a women's hospital.

Bartow Regional Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Bartow Regional Medical Center is a 72-bed acute care hospital located in Bartow, Florida. It offers a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging.

Watson Clinic[edit | edit source]

  • Watson Clinic is one of the largest multi-specialty medical clinics in Florida, with over 220 medical providers in 40 specialties. It is located in Lakeland, Florida and offers services such as primary care, specialty care, and outpatient surgery.

Health Statistics in Polk County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the Florida Department of Health, Polk County has a population of approximately 686,483 people. The county has a higher rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. In 2019, the percentage of uninsured individuals in Polk County was 13.5%, compared to the state average of 12.9%.
  • The leading causes of death in Polk County are heart disease, cancer, and stroke. The county also has higher rates of diabetes and obesity compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Polk County, Florida is a critical component of the community. With several well-known healthcare facilities, residents and visitors have access to a wide range of services. However, like many areas, Polk County faces challenges such as a higher rate of uninsured individuals and higher rates of certain health conditions compared to the state average.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Polk county, FL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Abdallah Oday 1578993754 M Other 2013 Family Practice 1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd Lakeland FL 33805 8636807000
Alvarado Rony 1932370632 M Other 1999 Family Practice Lakeland FL 33803
Alvarado Rony 1932370632 M Other 1999 Family Practice Lakeland FL 33805
Alvarado Rony 1932370632 M Other 1999 Family Practice 540a Lakeland FL 33813
Arango Cecilia 1568768133 F Other 1992 Family Practice Winter Haven FL 33880
Arguedas Vargas Marcela 1164614186 F Other 2002 Family Practice 25 N Lanier Ave Fort Meade FL 33841 8632857171
Bala Robert 1124008156 M University Of Virginia School Of Medicine 1997 Family Practice Lakeland FL 33803
Bala Robert 1124008156 M University Of Virginia School Of Medicine 1997 Family Practice Lakeland FL 33805
Band Michael 1760458152 M Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1984 Family Practice Lakeland FL 33805
Bedi Bhupinder 1699854679 M Other 1966 Family Practice 1230 W Daughtery Rd Lakeland FL 33810 8638583884

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Polk county, FL - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Convers Kathryn 1043417769 F Other 2005 Allergy/immunology Internal Medicine Lakeland FL 33813
Cadat Broderick 1871866251 M Lake Erie College Of Osteopathic Medicine, Erie 2011 Anesthesiology 1700 S Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL 33853 9419177760
Chang Joel 1225232713 M Temple University School Of Medicine 2007 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Ferkler Philip 1275588162 MD M Jc Edwards School Of Medicine, Marshall University 1993 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Fournet Kevin 1568478618 M Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans 1991 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Garas Jimmy 1114095718 M Other 2003 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Harris Frances 1003887209 MD F Other 2000 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Kalmanek Katherine 1508014846 F Northwestern University Feinberg Medical School 2008 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Nettlow Donald 1003859349 MD M University Of South Florida College Of Medicine 1986 Anesthesiology Lakeland FL 33805
Roy Fontenot 1982680450 M Other 1986 Anesthesiology 180 Boston Ave Altamonte Springs FL 34759 4078300573

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Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Parks Julie 1801411848 F Other 2020 Certified Nurse Midwife (Cnm) Winter Haven FL 33880
Adrian Perez 1316416852 M Other 2019 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 52 W Underwood St Orlando FL 33805 4078415111
Arnold Danielle 1831597764 F Other 2014 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Lakeland FL 33805
Bilby Ann 1255611257 F Other 2011 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Lakeland FL 33805
Eisner Andrew 1649924689 M University Of South Florida College Of Medicine 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Lakeland FL 33805
Kemple Melissa 1124342795 F Other 2009 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Lakeland FL 33805
Mangum Meegan 1760818447 F Other 2003 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 200 Ave F Ne Winter Haven FL 33881 8632931121
Nguyen Lan 1063166122 F University Of South Florida College Of Medicine 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Davenport FL 33837
Nicholas Garbini 1134660681 M Other 2017 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) 1700 S 23rd St Fort Pierce FL 33805 7724614000
Rubio Christian 1497499941 M Other 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Winter Haven FL 33881

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