Gilmer County Health Department

Tried to get pregnancy test done so I could have proof for my medicaid application. Called and was told that no appointment was needed, but that they recommended showing up at 7:30 when they opened. We showed up at 7:30 and was told I needed an appointment and to bring my birth certificate. So we made an 8am appointment. On the appointment day, I get a call at 7:50am stating that they have to reschedule me. I reschedule for the next day at 8am. We show up and they are closed due to the weather. It was literally just rain! They then tried to call me at 10am but I was at work. Im done trying. Apparently its extremely difficult to collect pee in a cup.
Jan 1st, 2024

Honestly do better. I went this morning to get my depo shot and the nurse weighed me. She stated I gained some wait which is normal, but she would not stop asking me questions about my weight like I gained 20 pounds or something. If there was another health department close I would switch in a heartbeat.
May 25th, 2023

I am a 7th generation Gilmer county resident, I retired with 32 years from the US Army. I will never return to the health department for any reason. As a single father of a middle school student I had to get my daughter her required vaccinations. Her doctor couldn't provide them and sent me to the health department. At the health department I was told they did not take retired military insurance and asked me to leave. I explained that I had no other options but to get shots there. I was again asked to leave. Finally someone came out of the back and offered to do the shots for cash. 350 dollars to get shots from a government funded agency that refuses to accept government provided insurance. Never ever again.
Mar 18th, 2023

If traveling overseas, this is a good place to get vaccines recommended by CDC. Competent staff. Cost wise: - Most insurance plans wouldn't cover them. Be prepared to pay for them out of pocket. The health department will give you a price for the vaccine. Add about $60 on top, per visit, for consult/giving shot/s. To avoid surprises, clarify on the "Total" cost before visit. Tip 1: - Plan ahead. Vaccines have a lead time before protection fully kicks in (eg. 2 weeks). You want them to be effective before you leave (so get the vaccine 2 weeks ahead of the departure date). Tip 2: - Have the nurse call in any extra medications to your pharmacy during consultation. (eg: travelers diarrhea pills, malaria pills, etc - that are good to carry when traveling overseas). This way you get most out of the visit. (You can decide to buy or not later, at least the prescription will be at your pharmacy). Safe travels.
Aug 7th, 2022

We came here for travel vaccinations and had an excellent experience. Very friendly staff, and the nurse explained our vaccination options thoroughly and offered a lot of information in an easy to understand manner.
Oct 17th, 2021