Walker county, AL
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Walker County, Alabama[edit | edit source]
- Walker County is a county located in the central portion of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2020 census, the population was 63,521. Its county seat is Jasper. Walker County was established on December 26, 1823, and named after Senator John Walker, a member of the United States Senate.
Healthcare in Walker County, Alabama[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Walker County, Alabama is provided by a variety of institutions, ranging from private practices to large hospitals. The county is home to several well-known healthcare facilities that provide a wide range of services to residents.
Walker Baptist Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Walker Baptist Medical Center is a 267-bed, acute care facility located in Jasper, Alabama. The hospital offers a comprehensive range of clinical services, including cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, and emergency care. Walker Baptist Medical Center is part of the Baptist Health System, a network of healthcare facilities throughout Alabama.
Capstone Rural Health Center[edit | edit source]
- Capstone Rural Health Center is a non-profit healthcare provider located in Parrish, Alabama. The center provides primary care services to underserved populations in Walker County and surrounding areas. Services include family medicine, dental care, behavioral health, and pharmacy services.
Ridgeview Health Services[edit | edit source]
- Ridgeview Health Services is a skilled nursing facility located in Jasper, Alabama. The facility provides long-term care, rehabilitation services, and hospice care to residents of Walker County.
Health Statistics in Walker County[edit | edit source]
- According to the Alabama Department of Public Health, Walker County has a higher than average rate of chronic diseases compared to the rest of the state. In 2019, the county had a diabetes prevalence rate of 16.2%, compared to the state average of 13.2%. The county also has a higher than average rate of heart disease, with a prevalence rate of 7.1% compared to the state average of 6.1%.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Walker County, Alabama is provided by a variety of institutions, each offering a unique range of services. From acute care hospitals to rural health centers and skilled nursing facilities, residents of Walker County have access to comprehensive healthcare services. However, the county faces significant health challenges, particularly in the area of chronic disease management.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Walker county, AL
Walker county, AL - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahajan Ashish 1114282647 | M | Other | Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) | Internal Medicine | Suite 215 | Jasper | AL | 35501 | ||||
| Garcia Michael 1083708762 | MD | M | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | 1985 | Hematology/oncology | Internal Medicine | Jasper | AL | 35501 | |||
| Waheed Aisha 1225472954 | F | Other | 2012 | Hospitalist | Internal Medicine | Jasper | AL | 35501 | ||||
| Mosley Taylor 1780887182 | M | University Of Alabama School Of Medicine | 2006 | Ophthalmology | Suite 100 | Jasper | AL | 35501 | ||||
| Akanksha Rajeurs 1194110247 | M | University Of Louisville School Of Medicine | 2015 | Radiation Oncology | 2501 Village Professional Dr | Opelika | AL | 35501 | 3345281070 |
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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 Alabama | |
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