Yazoo county, MS

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Yazoo County, Mississippi[edit | edit source]

  • Yazoo County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. As of the 2010 census, the population was 28,065. The county seat is Yazoo City. It is named for the Yazoo River, which forms its southern border. The county is known for its rich soil and agricultural productivity.

Healthcare in Yazoo County[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare is a critical aspect of life in Yazoo County, with several healthcare facilities providing services to the residents. These facilities range from hospitals, clinics, to specialized healthcare centers.

Baptist Medical Center Yazoo[edit | edit source]

  • Baptist Medical Center Yazoo is a general medical and surgical hospital in Yazoo City, MS, with 25 beds. Survey data for the latest year available shows that the hospital had a total of 1,074 admissions. Its physicians performed 210 inpatient and 298 outpatient surgeries.

King's Daughters Hospital[edit | edit source]

  • King's Daughters Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Yazoo City. It provides emergency care for injuries, sudden illnesses, and severe illnesses. It also offers other services, including lab tests, physical therapy, and imaging services.

Yazoo County Health Department[edit | edit source]

  • The Yazoo County Health Department offers a variety of health services to the residents of Yazoo County. These services include immunizations, family planning, WIC services, STD testing and treatment, and tuberculosis control.

Yazoo City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center[edit | edit source]

  • Yazoo City Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a nursing home facility located in Yazoo City. It provides long-term care for seniors and individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities. It also offers short-term rehabilitation for patients recovering from surgery or illness.

Health Statistics in Yazoo County[edit | edit source]

  • According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Yazoo County ranks 79th out of 82 counties in Mississippi for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher than average rate of smoking, obesity, and physical inactivity. The county also has a higher than average rate of uninsured individuals.

Conclusion[edit | edit source]

  • Healthcare in Yazoo County is served by a variety of facilities, each providing unique services to meet the needs of the community. Despite the challenges, these facilities continue to strive to provide quality healthcare to the residents of Yazoo County.

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Primary care[edit source]


Primary Care Yazoo county, MS



Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Moore Hugh 1316033574 MD M University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine 1999 Family Practice 805 E Fifteenth St Yazoo City MS 39194 6627466083
Dunnam-smith Ginger 1710905997 F University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine 2002 General Practice Yazoo City MS 39194



Yazoo county, MS - Specialists


Provider page Credentials Gender Medical school Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Lingle Marc 1629564745 M Other 2019 Emergency Medicine Yazoo City MS 39194



Allied healthcare providers


Provider page Credentials Gender Education Graduation year Primary specialty Secondary specialties Address Address2 City State ZIP Phone
Lovett James 1366523524 DC M Life Chiropractic College - West 2004 Chiropractic Yazoo City MS 39194
Garcia Erica 1700558285 F Other 2022 Nurse Practitioner 2121 Grand Ave Yazoo City MS 39194 9312531110
Hunter Vaughn 1740842426 M Other 2019 Nurse Practitioner 1030 River Oaks Dr Flowood MS 39194 6019321030
Castro Luis 1609385814 M Other 2017 Physical Therapy Suite M Yazoo City MS 39194


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