The Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is committed to providing expert, state-ofthe-art cardiovascular care for patients across the region.Recently, PMC heart specialists made medical history by successfully performing Kentucky’s first minimally invasive AngioVac procedure to treat a life-threatening heart valve infection in the left ventricle. The innovative procedure
June is nationally recognized as Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the health and well-being of all men. Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to support this important initiative by encouraging men of all ages to take a proactive approach to their health. Men face unique health challenges and are statistically
The Pikeville Medical Center Diagnostic Center was the first in the region to perform a PET scan designed specifically to detect prostate cancer. Now, PMC can perform a specialized scan that detects cells indicating prostate cancer, potentially leading to quicker diagnosis and treatment. The risk of developing prostate cancer increases as men age. Other than
In response to the demands of busy schedules and everyday life, Pikeville Medical Center is enhancing access to care with new extended scheduling hours and expanded pediatric services, making it easier than ever for patients to prioritize their health. Beginning June 1, PMC will begin offering extended hours for clinic appointment scheduling. Patients will now
