Pondera county, MT

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Pondera County, Montana[edit | edit source]

Pondera County is a county located in the U.S. state of Montana. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,153. The county seat is Conrad. Pondera County was established in 1919 from parts of Teton County and Chouteau County. The name comes from the Latin word "pondera", which means "weight", and is a reference to the balanced scales of justice, symbolizing the fairness of the county's government.

Healthcare in Pondera County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Pondera County is primarily provided by the Pondera Medical Center (PMC), a comprehensive healthcare facility located in Conrad, the county seat.

Pondera Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Pondera Medical Center is a 20-bed critical access hospital that provides a variety of healthcare services to the residents of Pondera County. The hospital is equipped with an emergency room, a surgical suite, a radiology department, and a laboratory.

PMC also operates a long-term care facility, the Extended Care Unit, which provides nursing home care for elderly and disabled residents. The hospital's Rural Health Clinic offers primary care services, including preventive care, chronic disease management, and urgent care.

In addition to these facilities, PMC provides a number of specialty services through its Specialty Clinic. These services include cardiology, orthopedics, podiatry, and women's health.

Other Healthcare Facilities[edit | edit source]

Other healthcare facilities in Pondera County include the Pondera County Health Department, which provides public health services, and the Front Range Clinic, a mental health clinic located in Conrad.

The Pondera County Health Department offers a variety of services, including immunizations, family planning, communicable disease control, and health education. The department also conducts regular health inspections of restaurants and other food service establishments in the county.

The Front Range Clinic provides mental health services, including counseling and therapy for individuals, couples, and families. The clinic also offers psychiatric medication management and substance abuse treatment.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Pondera County, Montana, is comprehensive and accessible, with a range of services provided by the Pondera Medical Center, the Pondera County Health Department, and the Front Range Clinic. These facilities work together to ensure the health and well-being of all residents in the county.

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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Murack Richard 1619063864 M Northwestern College Of Chiropractic 1993 Chiropractic Conrad MT 59425
Hofstad Ashton 1285079913 F Other 2013 Nurse Practitioner Conrad MT 59425


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