Thomas county, KS
Thomas County, Kansas[edit | edit source]
Thomas County is a county located in the U.S. state of Kansas. As of the 2020 census, the county population was 7,900. Its county seat is Colby, and its largest city is also Colby. The county was named after George Henry Thomas, a Union General during the American Civil War.
Healthcare in Thomas County[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Thomas County, Kansas is primarily provided by the Citizens Medical Center, a community hospital located in Colby. The hospital provides a wide range of services including emergency care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, and rehabilitation services.
Citizens Medical Center[edit | edit source]
Citizens Medical Center is a 25-bed critical access hospital located in Colby, Kansas. The hospital was established in 1952 and has been serving the residents of Thomas County and surrounding areas ever since. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a member of the Kansas Hospital Association.
The hospital offers a wide range of services including:
- Emergency Department: The Emergency Department at Citizens Medical Center is staffed 24/7 by board-certified emergency physicians and nurses. The department is equipped with advanced technology to handle any type of emergency situation.
- Surgical Services: The Surgical Services Department at Citizens Medical Center offers a wide range of surgical procedures including general surgery, orthopedic surgery, and endoscopic procedures.
- Diagnostic Imaging: The Diagnostic Imaging Department at Citizens Medical Center offers a wide range of imaging services including X-ray, CT scan, MRI, ultrasound, and mammography.
- Rehabilitation Services: The Rehabilitation Services Department at Citizens Medical Center offers physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy services.
In addition to these services, Citizens Medical Center also offers specialty clinics, a sleep study center, a cardiac rehabilitation program, and a wellness center.
Other Healthcare Facilities in Thomas County[edit | edit source]
In addition to Citizens Medical Center, there are several other healthcare facilities in Thomas County including:
- Colby Health Plaza: Colby Health Plaza is a primary care clinic located in Colby. The clinic offers a wide range of services including family medicine, internal medicine, pediatrics, and women's health services.
- Thomas County Health Department: The Thomas County Health Department offers a variety of public health services including immunizations, disease prevention, health education, and environmental health services.
- Prairie Senior: Prairie Senior is a senior living community located in Colby. The community offers a variety of services for seniors including assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in Thomas County, Kansas is comprehensive and accessible, with a variety of facilities and services available to meet the needs of the community. From the critical care provided by Citizens Medical Center to the primary care services offered by Colby Health Plaza and the public health services provided by the Thomas County Health Department, residents of Thomas County have access to high-quality healthcare close to home.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Thomas county, KS
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kuhlman Kara 1558652818 | F | University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) | 2011 | Family Practice | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 | ||||
| Matchell Darren 1003840547 | DO | M | Other | 2002 | Family Practice | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 | |||
| Nichols Totten Kysha 1073957262 | F | University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) | 2013 | Family Practice | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 | ||||
| Nordquist Michael 1558867580 | M | Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences | 2018 | Family Practice | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 |
Thomas county, KS - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kopriva Brenda 1598970642 | F | University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) | 2006 | General Surgery | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 |
Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Parker Kristin 1073971628 | F | Cleveland Chiropractic College - Kansas City | 2015 | Chiropractic | Suite 200 | Colby | KS | 67701 | ||||
| Cook Therese 1790477321 | F | Other | 2023 | Nurse Practitioner | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 | ||||
| Stephens Dawn 1417953738 | PT | F | Other | 1993 | Physical Therapy | Suite 8 | Colby | KS | 67701 | |||
| Unruh Brian 1851493472 | PA | M | Other | 1998 | Physician Assistant | Family Center For Health Care | Colby | KS | 67701 |
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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 Kansas | |
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