South Tucson, AZ

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South Tucson, Arizona

  • South Tucson is a city in Pima County, Arizona, United States. It is an enclave surrounded by the city of Tucson. The population is approximately 5,600 in a 1.0 square mile area, making it the smallest municipality in Arizona.

History[edit | edit source]

  • South Tucson was incorporated in 1940. Its history is strongly tied to the growth and development of Tucson, and the city's cultural heritage reflects the influence of Native American, Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo-American cultures.

Geography[edit | edit source]

  • South Tucson is located at 32°11′19″N 110°58′2″W. The city is an enclave completely surrounded by the city of Tucson. It is bounded by 29th Street to the north, 36th Street to the south, Interstate 10 to the west, and South 6th Avenue to the east.

Healthcare[edit | edit source]

  • South Tucson is home to several well-known healthcare facilities.
  • Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital is the first hospital in Arizona, founded in 1880 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. It offers a wide range of health services including emergency care, orthopedics, stroke care, and women's health.
  • Banner - University Medical Center South is a comprehensive medical center that includes an emergency department, a state-designated trauma center and a Behavioral Health Pavilion. It is one of the top hospitals in the state.
  • El Rio Community Health Center is a community-based health organization serving the healthcare needs of South Tucson residents. It offers a variety of services including primary care, dental care, and behavioral health services.

Education[edit | edit source]

  • South Tucson is served by the Tucson Unified School District. The city is home to several schools including Ochoa Elementary School, Mission View Elementary School, and Pueblo High School.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

  • South Tucson is served by Sun Tran, the public transit system in Tucson. The city is also easily accessible by Interstate 10 and South 6th Avenue.

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Primary care doctors in or near South Tucson, AZ[edit | edit source]

Provider page Credentials Gender Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Mark Schildt 1316908239 M Family Practice 839 W Congress St Tucson AZ 10033 5206703707
Paul Kartchner 1578655973 M Family Practice 7313 E Tanque Verde Rd Tucson AZ 14534 5207771973
Claudia Patino Gonzalez 1689086639 F Family Practice 839 W Congress St Tucson AZ 27215 5206703707
Xuanhuy Tran 1487091161 M Family Practice 839 W Congress St Tucson AZ 30024 5206703707
Karissa Wasiak 1548823602 F Family Practice 707 N Alvernon Way Tucson AZ 30830 5208742000
Arshdeep Sharma 1487358842 M Family Practice 1707 W Saint Marys Rd Tucson AZ 31036
Peter Hanna 1780875104 M Family Practice 2055 W Hospital Dr Tucson AZ 32351 5205475725
Tomas Chavez 1821480666 M Family Practice 2005 W Ruthrauff Rd Tucson AZ 32806 5202937250
Tamsen Bassford 1265404933 F Family Practice 535 N Wilmot Rd Tucson AZ 33021 5206945437
Carolyn Quigley 1376989038 F Family Practice 839 W Congress St Tucson AZ 33146 5206703707
Tamsen Bassford 1265404933 F Family Practice 707 N Alvernon Way Tucson AZ 34219
Philip Maharaj-prasad 1295046621 M Family Practice 7383 E Tanque Verde Rd Tucson AZ 39110 5203183434
Philip Maharaj-prasad 1295046621 M Family Practice 6200 N La Cholla Blvd Tucson AZ 39202 5207429000
Brandon Pettit 1750540985 M Family Practice Hospice/palliative Care 7900 S J Stock Rd Tucson AZ 40204 5202952546
Leslie Willingham 1174787790 F Family Practice 5515 E 5th St Tucson AZ 40299 5202981138
Chelsea Johnson 1366970527 F Family Practice 8020 N Cortaro Rd Tucson AZ 46064 5206941041
Karissa Wasiak 1548823602 F Family Practice 2800 E Ajo Way Tucson AZ 55811 5208742000
Jennifer Johnston 1922453414 F Family Practice 839 W Congress St Tucson AZ 56164 5206703707
Sabreen Boone 1881827814 F Family Practice Geriatric Medicine 1075 E Fort Lowell Rd Tucson AZ 60637 5202021960
Christine Pham 1316201049 F Family Practice 6950 E Golf Links Rd Tucson AZ 64682 5206703857

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