Yellow Medicine county, MN

Yellow Medicine County, Minnesota

Yellow Medicine County is a county located in the U.S. state of Minnesota. As of the 2020 census, the population was 9,846. Its county seat is Granite Falls. The county was named after Yellow Medicine River, which passes through the northern part of the county.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Yellow Medicine County is located in the southwestern part of Minnesota, covering an area of 763 square miles. The county is bordered by Lac qui Parle County to the north, Chippewa County to the northeast, Renville County to the east, Redwood County to the southeast, Lyon County to the south, Lincoln County to the southwest, and Deuel County, South Dakota, to the west.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the county has a total population of 9,846, with a median age of 43.8 years. The racial makeup of the county is predominantly White, with a significant Native American population.

Healthcare in Yellow Medicine County[edit | edit source]

Healthcare is a vital aspect of life in Yellow Medicine County. The county is home to several healthcare facilities that provide a range of services to residents.

Avera Granite Falls Health Center[edit | edit source]

Avera Granite Falls Health Center is a critical access hospital located in Granite Falls, the county seat. The hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, surgical services, radiology, and rehabilitation services. It is part of the Avera Health network, a regional healthcare system serving South Dakota and surrounding states.

Sanford Canby Medical Center[edit | edit source]

Sanford Canby Medical Center is another critical healthcare facility in Yellow Medicine County. Located in Canby, the center offers a variety of services including family medicine, internal medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology. Sanford Canby Medical Center is part of the Sanford Health network, one of the largest health systems in the United States.

Yellow Medicine County Public Health[edit | edit source]

Yellow Medicine County Public Health is a county agency that provides a variety of health services to residents. These services include disease prevention and control, health promotion, family health services, and emergency preparedness. The agency works closely with other healthcare providers in the county to ensure the health and well-being of all residents.

Education[edit | edit source]

Education in Yellow Medicine County is provided by several school districts, including Yellow Medicine East Schools and Canby Public Schools. The county is also home to Minnesota West Community and Technical College, which offers a variety of degree and certificate programs.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Transportation in Yellow Medicine County is facilitated by a network of state and county highways, as well as the Granite Falls Municipal Airport. The county is also served by several bus lines.

References[edit | edit source]

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Primary care[edit source]

Primary Care Yellow Medicine county, MN

Provider page	Gender	Medical school	Graduation year	Primary specialty	Secondary specialties	City	State	ZIP
Botker Grant 1295026532	M	University Of Minnesota, Duluth School Of Medicine	2011	Family Practice		Canby	MN	56220
Huggins Laura 1013335520	F	University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine	2014	Family Practice	Obstetrics/gynecology	Canby	MN	56220
Rillo Arthur 1619943404	M	University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine	1990	Family Practice		Granite Falls	MN	56241