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- AUGUST 26, 2022
PMC Welcomes New Dermatologist
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is excited to announce the development of a new dermatology service line and the addition of Brooke Hensley, DO, FAAD. Dr. Hensley is seeing patients in the PMC Plastic…
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- AUGUST 23, 2022
PMC Earns National Recognition for Promoting Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has earned national recognition for its efforts to increase organ, eye and tissue donor registrations across the state through the Workplace Partnership for Life (WPFL)…
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- AUGUST 23, 2022
PMC Welcomes New Sleep Medicine Physician
Recently, PMC welcomed David Carter, DO to the Sleep Services team after R.V. Mettu, MD, FCCP, FAASM, announced his retirement. Dr. Carter is a graduate of Liberty University College of Osteopathic…
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- AUGUST 23, 2022
Founder of PMC Sleep Center Retires After 40 Years at PMC
In July of 1982, Dr. R.V. Mettu chose Pikeville to start his medical practice. At the time, Dr. Mettu was a pulmonologist and critical care physician. After several years of treating patients in Pikeville,…
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- AUGUST 22, 2022
PMC Vascular Surgeons Lead a Skilled Team Treating One of the Leading Causes of Death in the U.S.
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to be home to one of the most advanced Heart and Vascular Institutes in the region. Eastern Kentucky has a high rate of heart disease and vascular conditions….
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- JULY 26, 2022
PMC Encourages Patients to Visit Walk-in Clinic for Sports-Related Injuries
As summer begins to draw to a close and high school sports practices increase in number, the staff at the Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Orthopedic Center Walk-In Clinic is prepared to treat various…
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- JUNE 24, 2022
PMC Offers Comprehensive Optometry Services
In all stages of life, proper eye care is important, as vision plays a vital role in daily activities. Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has an experienced team of optometrists, including Josephine Ibironke,…
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- JUNE 17, 2022
With Summer Weather Comes Summer Injuries and the PMC Orthopedic Team Is Ready
Warm weather has arrived, and school is out for the summer, much to the delight of students across Eastern Kentucky. During summer, more time is spent enjoying outdoor activities which, many times,…
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- JUNE 10, 2022
PMC Urologists Among Several PMC Physicians to Perform Robotic Surgery
Enjoying summer activities with loved ones should be carefree and fun. However, for those who experience kidney, bladder, urethra, adrenal gland, urinary tract and/or reproductive tract issues, warm…
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- MAY 20, 2022
PMC Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain ̶ MI Registry Platinum Award recognizes sustained, high-level performance in the quality of care Pikeville…
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- MAY 10, 2022
Dr. Steven Stack and Dr. Kathleen Winter Visit PMC
On May 09, 2022, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) welcomed Commissioner of the Kentucky Department for Public Health Dr. Steven Stack and State Epidemiologist Dr. Kathleen Winter, who visited with PMC…
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- MAY 5, 2022
Congratulations To Our In-House Phlebotomy Training Graduates
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is now offering an in-house phlebotomy training program beginning in March. Those selected for the program will receive 60 hours of instructional class time and 80 hours…
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- APRIL 27, 2022
PMC and Buddy Bear Celebrate Hillbilly Days
To celebrate the annual Hillbilly Days festival, Pikeville Medical Center’s Buddy Bear dressed up in his finest denim overalls complete with patches and buttons and joined in the fun. He was able…
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- MARCH 25, 2022
Medical Assistant Career Spotlight
Medical assistants (MA) are a vital part of the patient care team at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC). MAs are often the first point of contact with patients and are responsible for updating medical history…
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- MARCH 19, 2022
Kiwanis Club of Pikeville and Coal Run Donate to PMC’s AVA Center
The AVA Center would like to send a very special thank you to the Kiwanis Club of Pikeville and Coal Run for their donation. The Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center, the first comprehensive…
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- MARCH 18, 2022
Starbucks Career Spotlight
A Barista at the Starbucks inside PMC is responsible for preparing and serving coffee and other items. This job creates the Starbucks Experience for customers by providing them with prompt service,…
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- MARCH 11, 2022
Another Mettu Children’s Hospital Patient Receives A Visit From Buddy Bear
This week, the Mettu Children’s Hospital mascot, Buddy Bear, brightened the day of one of his biggest fans. During a recent visit to the hospital, Paxton was mesmerized as he watched Buddy Bear…
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- MARCH 11, 2022
Food Service Career Spotlight
The patient care team at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) involves many departments and staff members to offer patients the quality care they need and deserve. Food Service workers at PMC are responsible…
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- MARCH 4, 2022
Environmental Services (EVS) Career Spotlight
During the same time doctors and nurses are treating those in their care, another group is working in the background to also help keep patients safe. These often unsung heroes are the Environmental…
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- MARCH 3, 2022
Mettu Children’s Hospital Mascot, Buddy Bear, Eases Fears for Pediatric Patients
The Mettu Children’s Hospital at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is making a difference in the lives of pediatric patients and families throughout the region. For many families, the days of traveling…
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