Rutherford county, NC

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Rutherford County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]

  • Rutherford County is a county located in the southwestern region of the U.S. state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 67,810. Its county seat is Rutherfordton. Rutherford County comprises the Forest City, NC Micropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Rutherford County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Rutherford County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Rutherford Regional Health System[edit | edit source]

  • Rutherford Regional Health System is a leading healthcare provider in Rutherford County. It is a part of Duke LifePoint Healthcare and offers a wide range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and specialty services such as cardiology, orthopedics, and oncology. The hospital is located at 288 S Ridgecrest Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139.

Forest City Family Care[edit | edit source]

  • Forest City Family Care is a primary care clinic that provides comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Forest City and the surrounding areas. The clinic offers services such as preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. It is located at 281 E Main St, Forest City, NC 28043.

Rutherford Wound Care & Hyperbarics[edit | edit source]

  • Rutherford Wound Care & Hyperbarics is a specialized healthcare center that provides advanced wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The center is dedicated to the treatment of chronic or non-healing wounds. It is located at 112 Sparks Dr, Forest City, NC 28043.

Health Statistics in Rutherford County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Rutherford County ranks 84th out of 100 counties in North Carolina for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Rutherford County, North Carolina, is served by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the diverse needs of the community. Despite the challenges, these facilities continue to strive to provide quality healthcare to the residents of the county.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Rutherford county, NC



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Garcia Kelly 1043625965 F University Of Florida College Of Medicine 2014 Family Practice 146 Nesbitt Rdg Lake Lure NC 28746 8286254400
Hadley Eric 1780044552 M Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine 2016 Family Practice Rutherfordton NC 28139
Hayes Magdalena 1992966709 F East Tennessee State University Quillen College Of Medicine 2007 Family Practice Lake Lure NC 28746
Hodge Bryan 1457545279 M At Still University Of Health Sciences, College Of Osteo Med, Kirksville 2004 Family Practice Spindale NC 28160
Woodward Rivers 1245762830 M University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine 2017 Family Practice Spindale NC 28160
Woodward Rivers 1245762830 M University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill School Of Medicine 2017 Family Practice Lake Lure NC 28746
Daigle Seema 1598852444 MD M Other 1998 Internal Medicine 181 Daniel Rd A Forest City NC 28043 8282879504
Giarrizzi Dana 1497784680 DO F Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine 1996 Internal Medicine Rutherfordton NC 28139



Rutherford county, NC - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Wittwer Laura 1770921264 F University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine 2013 General Surgery Rutherfordton NC 28139
Menard Dale 1629031323 MD M Emory University School Of Medicine 1987 Neurology Rutherfordton NC 28139



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Hughes Kathleen 1518211481 F Other 2013 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Rutherfordton NC 28139
Edgerton Lee 1851333595 DC F Sherman College Of Straight Chiropractic 1998 Chiropractic Suite 5 Rutherfordton NC 28139
Hughes Jennifer 1699704148 DC F Other 1999 Chiropractic Rutherfordton NC 28139
Rash Robert 1780780833 DC M Other 1998 Chiropractic Spindale NC 28160
Tessa Harlow 1861849689 F Life Chiropractic College 2016 Chiropractic 1135 N Main St Marion NC 28043 8287720550
Revis Joe 1174174601 M Other 1985 Clinical Social Worker Spindale NC 28160
Beam Hannah 1447919147 F Other 2021 Nurse Practitioner Rutherfordton NC 28139
Beverly Edith Sue 1225118490 NP F Other 1994 Nurse Practitioner Rutherfordton NC 28139
Bumgarner Megan 1699125070 F Other 2016 Nurse Practitioner Rutherfordton NC 28139
Cave Audra 1144494543 F Other 2007 Nurse Practitioner Spindale NC 28160

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