Stone county, MS

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Stone County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]

  • Stone County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 17,786. Its county seat is Wiggins. Stone County is part of the Gulfport–Biloxi, MS Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Stone County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Stone County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents.

Stone County Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • Stone County Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Wiggins, MS. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is equipped with modern medical technology and staffed by a team of dedicated healthcare professionals.

Coastal Family Health Center[edit | edit source]

  • Coastal Family Health Center, located in Biloxi, MS, also serves the residents of Stone County. It is a community health center that provides comprehensive healthcare services, including primary care, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.

Singing River Health System[edit | edit source]

  • Singing River Health System is another healthcare provider serving Stone County. With its main facilities in Pascagoula and Ocean Springs, Singing River Health System offers a wide range of medical services, including cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

  • As of the 2010 census, there were 17,786 people, 6,165 households, and 4,539 families residing in the county. The racial makeup of the county was 78.9% White, 18.3% Black or African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.0% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. 2.7% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Economy[edit | edit source]

  • The economy of Stone County is diverse, with major sectors including manufacturing, retail trade, and healthcare. The county's largest employers include the Stone County School District, Stone County Hospital, and the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

Education[edit | edit source]

  • Education in Stone County is provided by the Stone County School District, which operates several schools in the county, including Stone County High School, Stone Middle School, and Stone Elementary School.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

  • Transportation in Stone County is facilitated by several major highways, including U.S. Route 49 and Mississippi Highway 26. The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport, located in nearby Gulfport, provides air travel services to the residents of Stone County.

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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Stafford Crystal 1851816797 F Other 2017 Nurse Practitioner Wiggins MS 39577
Kramer Ashton 1912696105 F Other 2020 Occupational Therapy Wiggins MS 39577
Davis David 1720198708 M Other 1994 Physical Therapy Wiggins MS 39577


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