Union county, SD

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Union County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]

  • Union County is a county located in the U.S. state of South Dakota. As of the 2010 census, the population was 14,399. Its county seat is Elk Point. Originally named Cole County, its name was changed to Union because of Civil War sentiment.
  • Union County is part of the Sioux City, IA–NE–SD Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Healthcare in Union County, South Dakota[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Union County, South Dakota. The county is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Hospitals[edit | edit source]

  • Avera Sacred Heart Hospital is one of the primary healthcare facilities in Union County. It is a regional health facility offering a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, diagnostic and therapeutic services.

Clinics[edit | edit source]

  • Union County Health Foundation operates several clinics throughout the county. These clinics provide primary care services, including preventive care, routine checkups, health risk assessments, immunization and screening tests, and personalized counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Specialized Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

  • According to the South Dakota Department of Health, Union County has a lower rate of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The county also has a higher rate of individuals with a regular primary care provider.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Union County, South Dakota, is comprehensive and accessible, with a variety of facilities available to meet the needs of its residents. From hospitals to clinics and specialized centers, the county is well-equipped to provide quality healthcare services to its population.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Union county, SD



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Brownlee Brianna 1578123915 F Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences 2019 Family Practice 345 W Steamboat Dr Suite 300 Dakota Dunes SD 57049 6052172175
Schenk Nancy 1467413971 F Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota 1994 Family Practice Dakota Dunes SD 57049



Union county, SD - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Fisher Frederick 1841211471 M Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine 1992 Anesthesiology Interventional Pain Management Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Johnson Todd 1205857901 MD M Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota 1992 Anesthesiology Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Sorenson Dustin 1295994358 M University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine 2008 Anesthesiology Pain Management Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Qalbani Fahima 1629071881 MD F Other 1971 Diagnostic Radiology Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Michalak Jeffrey 1962622431 M Kansas City University Of Med & Biosciences, College Of Osteo Med 2005 Gastroenterology Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Hockett Joshua 1003217621 M Other 2014 Orthopedic Surgery Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Kneib Timothy 1518932367 MD M University Of Kansas School Of Med (Kc/wich/sal) 1992 Urology Dakota Dunes SD 57049



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Elsheikh Alaa 1346929817 F Other 2022 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Hortness Margaret 1245625615 F Other 2015 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Larsen Bradley 1841434842 M Other 2009 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Crna) Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Warren Jessica 1114368131 F Other 2013 Nurse Practitioner 104 W 2nd St Alcester SD 57001 6059342122
Johnson Sara 1407221674 F Other 2002 Occupational Therapy Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Arlt Ryan 1265432751 OD M University Of Houston - College Of Optometry 2000 Optometry Beresford SD 57004
Rabbitt Daniel 1134119761 M Illinois College Of Optometry At Chicago 1997 Optometry North Sioux City SD 57049
Duhaime Ryan 1912161712 M Other 2008 Physical Therapy Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Noel Leah 1003544933 F Other 2022 Physical Therapy Suite 120 210 Dakota Dunes SD 57049
Alyssa Mrsny 1366826109 F Other 2015 Physician Assistant 705 N Sioux Point Rd Dakota Dunes SD 57049 6052172667

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