Indian River county, FL
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Indian River County, Florida[edit | edit source]
- Indian River County is located in the Treasure Coast region of Florida. It is part of the Sebastian-Vero Beach Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is named for the Indian River Lagoon, which flows through the eastern part of the county and is the most biodiverse lagoon ecosystem in the Northern hemisphere. The county's population was estimated to be 159,923 as of 2020.
Healthcare in Indian River County[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare is a vital sector in Indian River County, with several well-known healthcare facilities providing a range of services to the residents.
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital[edit | edit source]
- Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital is a 332-bed, not-for-profit hospital offering comprehensive medical services to the Treasure Coast community. The hospital joined the Cleveland Clinic health system in January 2019 and has been providing high-quality care to Indian River County and the surrounding areas.
Sebastian River Medical Center[edit | edit source]
- Sebastian River Medical Center is a 154-bed private, for-profit hospital in Sebastian, Florida. It is owned by Steward Health Care, the largest private, tax-paying physician-led health care network in the United States. The hospital offers a range of services including surgical services, cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, and emergency care.
Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast[edit | edit source]
- The Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast (VNA) is a nonprofit agency that provides home healthcare services, including nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and home health aide services. The VNA also operates the VNA Hospice, providing end-of-life care to patients and support to their families.
Health Statistics[edit | edit source]
- According to the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program, Indian River County ranks 9th out of 67 counties in Florida for overall health outcomes. The county has a lower percentage of uninsured individuals compared to the state average. The primary care physician to patient ratio in Indian River County is 1,420:1, better than the Florida average of 1,510:1.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
- Healthcare in Indian River County, Florida, is robust and diverse, with several well-known facilities providing a range of services. From hospitals like the Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital and Sebastian River Medical Center to home healthcare services like the Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast, residents have access to high-quality care. The county's health statistics reflect the effectiveness of these services, with Indian River County ranking highly for overall health outcomes in the state.
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