St. Charles county, MO
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St. Charles County, Missouri[edit | edit source]
- St. Charles County is a county located in the eastern part of the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the 2020 census, the population was 402,022, making it Missouri's third-most populous county. Its county seat is St. Charles. The county was organized on October 1, 1812, and named for Saint Charles Borromeo, an Italian cardinal. The county is part of the St. Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area and contains many of the city's northwestern suburbs.
Healthcare in St. Charles County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in St. Charles County, with numerous facilities providing a wide range of services to residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital is a full-service, 113-bed community hospital located in St. Peters, Missouri. It offers comprehensive medical, surgical, and obstetrical services, including outpatient services and a 24-hour emergency department.
- SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis is a 216-bed hospital offering a wide range of services, including a 24-hour emergency department, a heart and vascular center, a comprehensive women's health center, and a surgical services department.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- SSM Health Medical Group operates several clinics throughout St. Charles County, offering services such as primary care, cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.
- Mercy Clinic also operates several locations in St. Charles County, providing services including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and specialty care.
Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]
- CenterPointe Hospital is a 150-bed psychiatric hospital located in St. Charles, offering a comprehensive continuum of care for a wide range of psychiatric disorders and substance abuse problems.
- Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital is a 60-bed pediatric specialty hospital in Maryland Heights, providing a bridge between acute care and home for children with complex medical conditions.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, St. Charles County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals with a regular source of healthcare and a higher rate of individuals who have had a routine check-up in the past year compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in St. Charles County is comprehensive and accessible, with a wide range of facilities and services available to meet the needs of its diverse population. The county's healthcare system is a significant contributor to the overall health and well-being of its residents.
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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 Missouri | |
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