Sussex county, DE
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Sussex County, Delaware[edit | edit source]
- Sussex County is the southernmost county in the U.S. state of Delaware. As of the 2020 census, the population was 229,286. The county seat is Georgetown. The county is named after the English county of Sussex.
Geography[edit | edit source]
- Sussex County is the largest county in Delaware by total area, comprising 950 square miles of land. The county is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the east, and the Delaware Bay to the north.
History[edit | edit source]
- Sussex County was first settled by Europeans in the early 17th century, and was officially established in 1683. The county has a rich history, with many historic sites and landmarks.
Healthcare in Sussex County, DE[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a vital part of the community in Sussex County, Delaware. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.
Beebe Healthcare[edit | edit source]
- Beebe Healthcare is a not-for-profit community healthcare system with a charitable mission to encourage healthy living, prevent illness, and restore optimal health for the people residing, working, or visiting Sussex County. Beebe Healthcare offers comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and diagnostic services.
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, located in Seaford, is a part of the Peninsula Regional Health System. The hospital provides a wide range of services including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, women's health, and emergency care.
La Red Health Center[edit | edit source]
- La Red Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center that provides a range of health services to the Sussex County community, regardless of their ability to pay. Services include family medicine, women's health, behavioral health, and dental care.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Sussex County, Delaware, with its rich history and diverse geography, is a thriving community that places a high value on the health and well-being of its residents. The county's healthcare facilities, including Beebe Healthcare, Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, and La Red Health Center, play a crucial role in maintaining the health of the community.
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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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| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| 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 Delaware | |
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