Wilkes county, NC
Wilkes County, North Carolina[edit | edit source]
- Wilkes County is a county located in the US state of North Carolina. As of the 2010 census, the population was 69,340. Its county seat is Wilkesboro, and its largest town is North Wilkesboro. Wilkes County comprises the North Wilkesboro, NC Micropolitan Statistical Area.
Healthcare in Wilkes County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Wilkes County is primarily provided by two main healthcare facilities: Wilkes Medical Center and West Park Medical Clinic.
Wilkes Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Wilkes Medical Center is a part of the Wake Forest Baptist Health system. It is a 130-bed hospital that specializes in Cardiology, Pulmonology, Otolaryngology, Orthopedics, and General Surgery. The hospital also offers a broad range of services, including Maternity, Oncology, and Emergency Services.
- The hospital is located at 1370 West D Street, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659. As of 2020, the hospital had a staff of over 1,000 healthcare professionals and volunteers.
West Park Medical Clinic[edit | edit source]
- West Park Medical Clinic is a primary care clinic located in Wilkesboro, NC. The clinic provides a range of services including preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute care. The clinic is known for its patient-centered approach to care.
- The clinic is located at 1917 West Park Drive, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. The clinic's team consists of board-certified physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.
Health Statistics in Wilkes County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, Wilkes County ranks 78th out of 100 for overall health outcomes in North Carolina. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which contributes to a higher rate of premature death.
- The county is making efforts to improve these statistics through various health initiatives and programs, such as the Healthy Wilkes initiative, which aims to promote healthy lifestyles and improve overall health in the community.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Wilkes County, North Carolina is a vital aspect of the community. With the presence of well-established healthcare facilities like Wilkes Medical Center and West Park Medical Clinic, residents have access to quality healthcare services. However, there is a need for continued efforts to improve health outcomes in the county, particularly in areas such as smoking and obesity.
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Primary Care Wilkes county, NC
Wilkes county, NC - Specialists
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Boyd 1982191987 | F | Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University | 2018 | Allergy/immunology | 2600 E 7th St | Charlotte | NC | 28654 | 7043727900 | |||
| Johnathan Whitaker 1376863456 | M | Virginia Commonwealth Univ School Of Dentistry | 2010 | Orthopedic Surgery | 150 Parkwood Dr | Elkin | NC | 28635 | 3365273371 | |||
| Wilson Ewain 1558462937 | M | Other | 1982 | Otolaryngology | North Wilkesboro | NC | 28659 | |||||
| David Kunkle 1992972160 | M | University Of Virginia School Of Medicine | 2002 | Urology | 1907 S Hawthorne Rd | Winston Salem | NC | 28659 | 3367656373 |
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