Throckmorton county, TX

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Throckmorton County, Texas[edit | edit source]

Throckmorton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas. As of the 2010 census, its population was 1,641. Its county seat is Throckmorton. The county was created in 1858 and later organized in 1879. It is named for William Throckmorton, an early Collin County settler. Throckmorton County is one of 22 prohibition, or entirely dry, counties in the state of Texas.

Healthcare in Throckmorton County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Throckmorton County is primarily provided by the Throckmorton County Memorial Hospital. This facility is a critical access hospital with 14 beds, providing emergency services, surgical services, and inpatient care.

Throckmorton County Memorial Hospital[edit | edit source]

Throckmorton County Memorial Hospital is a general medical and surgical facility located in Throckmorton, Texas. The hospital has been serving the residents of Throckmorton County since its establishment in 1963. It is a critical access hospital, meaning it is a rural community hospital that has been given special designation by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital also operates a rural health clinic that provides primary care services to the residents of Throckmorton County.

The hospital is accredited by the Texas Department of State Health Services and is a member of the Texas Hospital Association.

Health Statistics in Throckmorton County[edit | edit source]

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Throckmorton County has a population of approximately 1,641 people. The county has a higher percentage of elderly residents compared to the state average, with 22% of residents being 65 years or older.

In terms of health outcomes, Throckmorton County ranks above average in Texas. The county has a lower rate of premature death, fewer poor physical health days, and fewer poor mental health days compared to the state average.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Throckmorton County, Texas is primarily provided by the Throckmorton County Memorial Hospital. The hospital provides a range of services to meet the needs of the county's residents, including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and primary care. The county's health outcomes are generally better than the state average, reflecting the quality of care provided by the hospital and other healthcare providers in the county.

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Allen Molloy 1720121684 M University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine 2001 Diagnostic Radiology 600 Elizabeth St Corpus Christi TX 76491 3618813000



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