Wilcox county, AL

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Wilcox County, Alabama[edit | edit source]

Wilcox County is a county located in the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2020 census, the population was 10,373. Its county seat is Camden, which was established in 1833. The county was named for Lieutenant Joseph M. Wilcox, a fighter in the Creek War.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Wilcox County is located in the southwestern part of Alabama, covering a total area of 907 square miles, of which 888 square miles is land and 19 square miles is water. The county is bordered by Dallas County to the north, Lowndes County and Butler County to the east, Monroe County and Clarke County to the south, and Marengo County to the west.

Healthcare in Wilcox County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Wilcox County is primarily provided by two main facilities: J. Paul Jones Hospital and Wilcox County Health Department.

J. Paul Jones Hospital[edit | edit source]

J. Paul Jones Hospital is a 30-bed acute care facility located in Camden, Alabama. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, inpatient and outpatient services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is committed to providing high-quality healthcare to the residents of Wilcox County and surrounding areas.

Wilcox County Health Department[edit | edit source]

The Wilcox County Health Department provides a variety of public health services to the residents of Wilcox County. These services include immunizations, family planning, women's health services, and environmental health services. The health department also plays a crucial role in disease prevention and control in the county.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, Wilcox County had a population of 10,373. The racial makeup of the county was 72.3% Black or African American, 26.1% White, 0.2% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 0.6% from two or more races. The median age was 39.8 years.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Wilcox County is primarily based on agriculture, with the main crops being cotton, corn, and soybeans. The county is also home to several manufacturing and retail businesses.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Wilcox County is provided by the Wilcox County School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the county. The county is also home to Wilcox Central High School and Wilcox Academy, a private school.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Transportation in Wilcox County is facilitated by several major highways, including U.S. Route 84 and Alabama State Route 21. The county is also served by the Camden Municipal Airport.

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Primary Care Wilcox county, AL



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Kidd Huey 1265427090 DO M Other 1996 Family Practice Camden AL 36726
William Davis 1619993649 MD M Other 2001 Family Practice 210 Westside Dr Dothan AL 36726 3347935074



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Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Mcdowell Hilary 1164159943 F Other 2022 Nurse Practitioner Camden AL 36726


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