On March 10, 2023, the Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Diagnostic Center team reached another milestone by performing the region’s first PET scan designed specifically to detect prostate cancer….
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When physicians need to examine an injury or illness more thoroughly, they often order an x-ray, CT scan or an MRI to get a detailed image of a specific part of the patient’s body. At Pikeville…
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March is brain injury awareness month, a time dedicated to educating the public about brain injuries and celebrating the accomplishments of patients on their journeys of recovery. More than 2.5 million…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is pleased to announce two departments located at the PMC Urgent Care and Family Wellness Center have been designated as Certified Autism Centers (CAC) by the International…
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Some complex conditions and chronic diseases require advanced, specialty medication therapies not available at a traditional pharmacy due to expense and their complex nature. These medications may require…
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During February, much attention is given to diseases and disorders that affect a patient’s heart and how they negatively affect a person’s quality of life. At the Heart and Vascular Institute…
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It is common knowledge that many types of diseases and disorders within the body can present symptoms that mimic other issues. This is often the case when a patient has a serious type of aneurysm known…
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February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on and spread awareness about heart disease. The United States, and the Appalachian region in particular, has a troublesome rate of heart disease, which…
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Individuals diagnosed with heart disease or who have undergone heart surgery may be candidates for the Cardiac Rehabilitation program at Pikeville Medical Center. Cardiac Rehabilitation offers lifestyle…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has entered into a collaborative agreement with Community Economic Development and Revitalization, better known throughout the region as CEDAR, to develop a new “Healthcare…
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common heart arrhythmia, impacting more than 5.1 million people in the United States. AFib is defined as an abnormal heart rhythm originating from the top chamber…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has been named to the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers for a third consecutive year. Forbes, a renowned American business publication, and Statista, Inc., the world-leading…
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Atrial Fibrillation (A-Fib or AF) is an irregular and sometimes very fast heart rhythm that can increase a patient’s chances of forming a blood clot in the heart, which increases the risk of stroke…
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When sudden illnesses and injuries occur, recognizing an ’emergency’ and ‘urgent’ situation can be confusing because both terms imply there is a medical need that needs be addressed…
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During winter, staying healthy can present a unique set of challenges that differ from what is seen during warmer weather. During snow and ice events, there is an increased risk of several types of…
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PIKEVILLE, KY (January 23, 2023) – Each year, during the January meeting of the Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Board of Directors, the new three-year term is considered for those whose terms are…
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Make 2023 the year you and your loved ones lead a healthier life—whether it be through incorporating regular exercise, choosing a healthier diet, getting more sleep or scheduling regular doctors’…
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In recent years, a crisis surrounding workforce shortages in healthcare has been at the forefront of issues being addressed by hospitals and medical facilities across the country, state and here in…
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For nearly 100 years, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has worked to be the healthcare provider and employer of choice in Eastern Kentucky and across the broader region it serves. Through collaborative…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has been named a 2022 Human Experience (HX) Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This…
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