Woodruff county, AR

Woodruff County, Arkansas[edit | edit source]

Woodruff County is a county located in the U.S. state of Arkansas. As of the 2010 census, the population was 7,260. The county seat is Augusta. The county was created in 1862 and named for William E. Woodruff, founder of the state's first newspaper.

Healthcare in Woodruff County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare in Woodruff County is primarily provided by two main facilities: the Woodruff County Health Center and the CrossRidge Community Hospital.

Woodruff County Health Center[edit | edit source]

The Woodruff County Health Center is a public health facility located in Augusta. It provides a range of services including immunizations, family planning, and health education. The center is operated by the Arkansas Department of Health.

CrossRidge Community Hospital[edit | edit source]

CrossRidge Community Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Wynne, a short distance from Woodruff County. It offers a variety of services including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital is part of the CrossRidge Health System, which also includes a network of clinics and a long-term care facility.

Health Statistics[edit | edit source]

According to the United States Census Bureau, Woodruff County has a total area of 594 square miles (1,540 km2), of which 587 square miles (1,520 km2) is land and 7.2 square miles (19 km2) (1.2%) is water. The county's population density was 12.4 inhabitants per square mile (4.8/km2) as of the 2010 census.

In terms of health outcomes, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's County Health Rankings for 2020 placed Woodruff County at 71 out of 75 counties in Arkansas. The county's relatively low ranking is due in part to high rates of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity among residents.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

While Woodruff County faces significant health challenges, the presence of facilities like the Woodruff County Health Center and CrossRidge Community Hospital ensures that residents have access to essential healthcare services. Efforts are ongoing to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities in the county.

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Woodruff county, AR

Provider page	Credentials	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	Address	Address2	City	State	ZIP	Phone
Moore Jesse 1750342531		M	Other	1993	Family Practice				Augusta	AR	72006
Raghavan Senthil 1912111055		M	Other	2000	Family Practice				Augusta	AR	72006