Healthcare

In 2004 a $17.5 million addition opened housing emergency services, imaging, surgery and private patient rooms, along with a new entrance and registration area providing comfort and convenience for patients and families. New technology and equipment have enhanced the level of service and given the staff improved tools for diagnosis and treatment.

Healthcare is also available for family pets. Southampton Veterinary clinic provides quality care from shots to surgery for all types of animals. A retail shop located behind the clinic has items for pets and pet lovers as well as grooming and boarding.

Premium care can also be found at many other medical offices in the community. Lakeview Medical Center’s Franklin office offers expertise in internal medicine, dermatology, rheumatology and gastroenterology, The area has a chiropractor, six dentists, two optometrists, a physical/therapy/sports medicine clinic, a kidney dialysis center, two health departments, the Western Tidewater Mental Health Center, and two long-term health care facilities.