NEWS | Pikeville Medical Center

- MAY 19, 2025
May Is Stroke Awareness Month
As May unfolds, so does an essential observance in healthcare: Stroke Awareness Month. Throughout this month, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) and its Eastern Kentucky Neuroscience Center are working…
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- MAY 16, 2025
Advanced Neurological Care At Pikeville Medical Center
Neurology is the study and treatment of disorders and diseases related to the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. At the Eastern Kentucky Neuroscience Center at Pikeville Medical…
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- MAY 15, 2025
Pikeville Medical Center Performs Kentucky’s First Minimally Invasive AngioVac Procedure for High-Risk Mitral Valve Infection
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has made medical history in Kentucky by successfully performing the state’s first minimally invasive AngioVac procedure to treat a life-threatening mitral valve infection…
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- MAY 9, 2025
PMC Pediatric Clinic Extends Hours to Better Serve Families
Between work, school and daily life, parents also face the stress of making time for their children’s doctor’s appointments. This is why Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is committed to providing…
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- MAY 5, 2025
PMC Podiatry Services Help Keep Eastern Kentucky on Its Feet
Of the 206 bones in the human body, 52 are in the feet. This means 25% of the bones in a person’s body are in his or her feet. Having healthy feet and ankles allows people to get where they need…
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- MAY 2, 2025
Advanced Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Accelerates Wound Healing at PMC
Chronic or non-healing wounds often signal underlying conditions that require specialized care. Patients battling a chronic or non-healing wound often see positive results following hyperbaric oxygen…
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- APRIL 24, 2025
PMC Diagnostic Center Expands Access to Advanced Imaging in Eastern Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) continues to elevate the standard of diagnostic care through the PMC Diagnostic Center, a facility designed to offer accessible, high-quality imaging services outside…
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- APRIL 18, 2025
PMC, Home to Kentucky’s Only Level II Trauma Center
When a person is involved in a serious accident or is critically injured, having higher level care at a nearby trauma center is reassuring. Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to be the home of…
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- APRIL 18, 2025
Spring Is a Time Dedicated To Brain Injury Awareness
The Brain Injury Association of America has made survivor awareness the focus of its awareness efforts. It is estimated that over 2.5 million Americans suffer traumatic brain injuries every year and…
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- APRIL 11, 2025
Minimally Invasive Care Around the Clock: Pikeville Medical Center’s Interventional Radiology Team
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to offer 24/7 Interventional Radiology (IR) services, providing patients with advanced, minimally invasive procedures using real-time imaging technology such as…
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- APRIL 10, 2025
PMC Brings Relief for Osteoporosis-Related Back Pain With Innovative Procedure
Patients suffering from painful spinal fractures caused by osteoporosis are finding relief through a minimally invasive procedure offered at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC). Osteoporosis, which means…
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- APRIL 4, 2025
Pikeville Medical Center: Focused on Specialized Care for Children
Children have unique health needs, especially during illness or injury. Whether it’s keeping up with vaccinations or deciding where to go for urgent care, knowing the medical team has special training…
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- APRIL 4, 2025
Recognizing World Autism Month And Advancing Local Support
Each April, communities across the globe observe World Autism Month to raise awareness, foster acceptance, and celebrate the strengths and achievements of individuals on the autism spectrum. The month…
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- MARCH 11, 2025
PMC Earns Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI from the American College of Cardiology
The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest pain, awarding the hospital the prestigious…
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- MARCH 10, 2025
PMC Rallying to Support Eastern Kentucky Flood Victims
Eastern Kentucky is once again grappling with an overwhelming crisis as catastrophic flooding has ravaged the region. Thousands of families have been displaced, homes have been destroyed and critical…
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- MARCH 6, 2025
PMC Performs 100th Hybrid Atrial Fibrillation Therapy Procedure
The Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) reached a significant milestone on Wednesday, March 5th as it performed its 100th Hybrid AF™ Therapy procedure….
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- MARCH 5, 2025
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month!
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month! Lawson Cancer Center is taking action this month to educate about the importance of colon cancer screening by setting up an interactive display in the hospital…
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- FEBRUARY 6, 2025
TAVR: A Minimally-Invasive Alternative to Open Heart Surgery at Pikeville Medical Center
The Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) continues to advance patient care with minimally invasive Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), offering…
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- JANUARY 31, 2025
February Is American Heart Month
February is associated with hearts largely because of Valentine’s Day, but it is also designated as American Heart Month, a time dedicated to educating men and women about cardiovascular health and promoting…
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- JANUARY 20, 2025
Mettu Children’s Hospital at PMC Welcomes Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is pleased to announce the addition of Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Samir Softic, MD, who recently joined the pediatric medical staff at the Mettu Children’s Hospital….
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