Walker county, GA

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Walker County, Georgia[edit | edit source]

  • Walker County is a county located in the northwestern part of the U.S. state of Georgia. As of the 2010 census, the population was 68,756. The county seat is LaFayette. The county was created on December 18, 1833, from land formerly belonging to the Cherokee Indian Nation.

Healthcare in Walker County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Walker County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents. These facilities include hospitals, clinics, and specialized healthcare centers.

Hutcheson Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Hutcheson Medical Center, located in Fort Oglethorpe, was a general medical and surgical hospital in Walker County, GA. It was established in 1952 and had 230 beds. The hospital closed in 2015 due to financial difficulties.

Cornerstone Medical Center[edit | edit source]

  • Cornerstone Medical Center is a 65-bed hospital located in Fort Oglethorpe, GA. It provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is part of the ApolloMD network.

Primary Healthcare Centers[edit | edit source]

  • Primary Healthcare Centers is a network of healthcare facilities providing services in Walker County and surrounding areas. The network includes a clinic in Rossville, offering services such as family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health.

Walker County Health Department[edit | edit source]

  • The Walker County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Walker County. These services include immunizations, health screenings, and disease prevention programs.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Walker County, GA, is well-served by a variety of facilities and services. From hospitals to clinics and health departments, residents have access to a wide range of healthcare options. Despite the closure of Hutcheson Medical Center, the county continues to provide quality healthcare through facilities like Cornerstone Medical Center and Primary Healthcare Centers.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Walker county, GA



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Bowers Ralph 1700820198 MD M Medical College Of Georgia School Of Medicine 2003 Family Practice La Fayette GA 30728



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Espy Leisha 1902950462 F Life Chiropractic College 1985 Chiropractic Rossville GA 30741
Livingston Melissa 1063929248 F Other 2006 Clinical Social Worker 501 Mize St La Fayette GA 30728 7066385580
Abaza Dalia 1679015333 F Other 2015 Nurse Practitioner 501 Mize St La Fayette GA 30728 7066385580
Wood Brooklynn 1659079945 F Other 2023 Physical Therapy Suite 104 La Fayette GA 30728


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