Dent county, MO
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Dent County, Missouri[edit | edit source]
- Dent County is a county located in the U.S. state of Missouri. As of the 2010 census, the population was 15,657. The largest city and county seat is Salem. The county was officially organized on February 10, 1851, and is named after state representative Lewis Dent, a pioneer settler who arrived in Missouri from Virginia in 1835.
Healthcare in Dent County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a significant aspect of life in Dent County, with several healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents.
Salem Memorial District Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Salem Memorial District Hospital is a critical access hospital located in Salem, Dent County's largest city. The hospital provides a range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, and diagnostic imaging. It also offers specialized services such as cardiology, orthopedics, and women's health.
Dent County Health Center[edit | edit source]
- Dent County Health Center is a public health facility that provides a variety of services to the residents of Dent County. These services include immunizations, family planning, women's health services, and environmental health services. The health center also conducts community health assessments and develops community health improvement plans.
Missouri Highlands Health Care[edit | edit source]
- Missouri Highlands Health Care is a non-profit, community-owned health care provider that serves the residents of Dent County and surrounding areas. It operates several health centers, offering services such as primary care, dental care, behavioral health services, and pharmacy services.
Health Statistics in Dent County[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Dent County ranks 78th out of 115 counties in Missouri for overall health outcomes. The county has a higher rate of smoking and obesity compared to the state average, which contributes to a higher rate of premature death. However, the county performs better in terms of access to healthcare, with a lower uninsured rate compared to the state average.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Dent County, Missouri, is served by a variety of facilities, each offering a range of services to meet the needs of the community. While there are health challenges, such as higher rates of smoking and obesity, the county also has strengths, such as good access to healthcare services. The healthcare providers in the county are committed to improving the health and well-being of the residents they serve.
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Primary care[edit source]
Primary Care Dent county, MO
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Medical school | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bland Tiffany 1447755848 | F | University Of Missouri, Kansas City, School Of Medicine | 2018 | Family Practice | 35629 Hwy 72 | Salem | MO | 65560 | ||||
| Hurley Matthew 1821362088 | M | Saint Louis University School Of Medicine | 2009 | Family Practice | 1415 W Scenic Rivers Blvd | Phelps Health Medical Group Salem | Salem | MO | 65560 | 5737295533 | ||
| Lambird Elizabeth 1255360731 | F | Other | 1999 | Family Practice | Salem | MO | 65560 |
Dent county, MO - Specialists
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Allied healthcare providers
| Provider page | Credentials | Gender | Education | Graduation year | Primary specialty | Secondary specialties | Address | Address2 | City | State | ZIP | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Jimmy 1447305412 | NP | M | Other | 2003 | Nurse Practitioner | Salem | MO | 65560 | ||||
| Bustin Amy 1982643920 | PA | F | Other | 2016 | Nurse Practitioner | Phelps Health Medical Group Salem | Salem | MO | 65560 | 5737295533 | ||
| Welch Samantha 1932734092 | F | Other | 2019 | Nurse Practitioner | Salem | MO | 65560 |
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| Primary Care | Providing comprehensive primary care including Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, General Practice, Obstetrics/Gynecology, and Pediatrics | 
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| Specialists | A full spectrum from Addiction Medicine to Urology, representing diverse specialties | |
| Surgeons | Expertise across disciplines including Cardiac Surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, and more | |
| Dentists and Other Providers | Detailed listing of Dentists, Podiatrists, Chiropractors, and Optometrists alongside other allied healthcare providers | |
| Hospitals | An overview of Hospitals in Missouri | |
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