Tim Diffenderfer
Director
Darlene Brown, R.N.
Supervisor of Medical Services
Yanira Valdovinos
Supervisor of Administrative Services
Services:
The Wilson County Health Department provides a variety of basic health services to prevent and treat illnesses. Most services are by appointment. Based on need and provider availability, work-ins may be accepted. Please call ahead to determine your eligibility.
The Health Department serves as a “safety net” for the uninsured, providing a sliding-scale fee based on income. We also act as the primary care provider for assigned TennCare patients. Please call for further information.
Children's Services:
- Well-child check-ups, including physical exams and screening tests
- Immunizations.
- WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Nutrition Program
- Children’s Special Services (CSS)
- HUGS Home Visitation Program
- Dental care
Adult Services:
- Primary Care, including minor illnesses, physicals, pap smears, colorectal, and other tests to screen for cancer.
- Tuberculosis diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
- Immunizations against influenza (flu), pneumonia, and tetanus boosters.
- Confidential diagnosis, treatment, and counseling for Sexually Transmitted Diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
- WIC (Women, Infants and Children) Nutrition Program
- Family Planning
Other Services:
- Vital Records: Birth and Death Certificates
- Health Education: provides healthrelated educational programs in the community.
- Environmental Health Services: Inspection of food service establishments, hotels, public swimming pools, bed and breakfast establishments, campgrounds, tattoo and body piercing studios, childcare facilities, and schools.
- Emergency Preparedness: Serves as a community partner in the protection against the onset of epidemics and other possible bio-hazard events.
The mission of the Tennessee Department of Health is to protect, promote and improve the health and prosperity of people in Tennessee.
For more information, please visit http://health.state.tn.us