Pikeville Medical Center saved my life.
Rick Sexton had a heart attack at work – a mile underground. He doesn’t remember much about that day, but his wife, remembers the call telling her just how critical the situation was. Rick was life-flighted to Pikeville Medical Center where one of the region’s most respected interventional cardiologists, Dr. Muhammad Ahmad, was waiting in the cath lab to repair the blockage in his left anterior descending artery – a blockage known as the widow-maker. Today, Rick is back to work and doing well. He recognizes the Pikeville Medical Center team for its great care and for together – saving his life.
The Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Heart and Vascular Institute is the heart of healthcare in the region and is leading the way to a healthier and longer life for patients in and around the community. On Thursday, January 17, the first transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure was performed at PMC. TAVR is a minimally
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The Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Heart and Vascular Institute is the heart of healthcare in the region. The hospital is leading the way to a healthier and longer life for patients in and around the community. Not only does PMC have a state-of-the-art facility, but the services provided at the hospital are saving countless lives
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At Pikeville Medical Center’s (PMC) Press Conference Tuesday, November 27, plans were displayed, mapping out the future of heart care in the region. PMC Senior Vice President and Chief Regulatory Officer, Cheryl Hickman began by outlining the history of heart care at the hospital. “In order to appreciate where we are now, you must understand
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) continues to make advancements for heart and lung patients by using the da Vinci surgical system. This advanced equipment is designed to facilitate complex surgeries using a minimally invasive approach. The da Vinci technology could improve results and help physicians provide quality care for their patients. Many patients see faster recovery,
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