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 Rutherford county, NC
Rutherford county, NC - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
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| 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 |
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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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| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in North Carolina | |
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