Sedgwick county, KS
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Sedgwick County, KS[edit | edit source]
- Sedgwick County is located in the U.S. state of Kansas. As of the 2020 census, the population was 516,042, making it the second-most populous county in Kansas. The county seat is Wichita, the largest city in the state. Sedgwick County is part of the Wichita Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Sedgwick County, KS[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Sedgwick County, with numerous healthcare facilities providing a wide range of services to the residents.
Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Francis[edit | edit source]
- Ascension Via Christi Hospital St. Francis is the largest hospital in Kansas and provides a full range of medical services. It is located in Wichita, the county seat of Sedgwick County. The hospital is part of the Ascension Health network, the largest non-profit health system in the U.S.
Wesley Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Wesley Medical Center is another major healthcare provider in Sedgwick County. It is a 760-bed acute-care hospital located in Wichita, offering a wide range of healthcare services including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, and neurology.
Sedgwick County Health Department[edit | edit source]
- The Sedgwick County Health Department is a public health agency that provides various health services to the residents of Sedgwick County. These services include immunizations, health education, disease control, and maternal and child health services.
Healthcare Data in Sedgwick County, KS[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Sedgwick County ranks 77th out of 102 for health outcomes in Kansas. The county has a relatively high rate of uninsured individuals at 13%, compared to the state average of 9%. The county also has a higher rate of preventable hospital stays than the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Sedgwick County, KS, is served by a mix of private and public institutions, providing a wide range of services to meet the health needs of the county's residents. Despite the presence of these facilities, there are still areas for improvement, particularly in terms of health insurance coverage and preventable hospital stays.
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