Stanislaus county, CA
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Stanislaus County, California[edit | edit source]
- Stanislaus County is a county located in the Central Valley of the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 census, the population was 514,453. The county seat is Modesto. Stanislaus County is included in the Modesto Metropolitan Statistical Area.
- The county is named for the Stanislaus River, first discovered by Gabriel Moraga in 1806, and later named Rio Estanislao in honor of Estanislao, a mission-educated renegade Native American chief who led a band of Native Americans in a series of battles against Mexican troops until finally being defeated by General Mariano Vallejo in 1826.
Healthcare in Stanislaus County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Stanislaus County is provided by a variety of public and private organizations, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized care facilities.
Hospitals[edit | edit source]
- Doctors Medical Center is a full-service, comprehensive healthcare facility, specializing in cardiac care, cancer treatment, and women's health issues. It is located in Modesto, the county seat of Stanislaus County.
- Memorial Medical Center is a non-profit hospital in Modesto that offers a wide range of services including cancer treatment, heart care, orthopedic procedures, surgical services, and women's health services.
- Emanuel Medical Center located in Turlock, provides emergency, maternity, pediatric and general medical services. It also has a comprehensive cancer center.
Clinics[edit | edit source]
- Golden Valley Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health Center, providing primary care services throughout Stanislaus County. They offer a range of services including family medicine, dental care, mental health services, and health education.
- Stanislaus County Health Services Agency operates several clinics throughout the county, providing a range of services including primary care, dental care, mental health services, and public health services.
Specialized Care Facilities[edit | edit source]
- Central Valley Specialty Hospital is a long-term acute care hospital in Modesto that provides specialized care for patients with serious medical conditions such as respiratory failure, complex wound care, and post-surgical complications.
- Stanislaus Surgical Hospital is a specialty hospital in Modesto that provides surgical services including orthopedics, general surgery, plastic surgery, ENT, and pain management.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Stanislaus County is comprehensive and diverse, with a range of facilities and services available to meet the needs of the county's residents. From hospitals to clinics to specialized care facilities, Stanislaus County is well-equipped to provide high-quality healthcare to its population.
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