The Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Foundation for Quality Healthcare is pleased to announce it has been awarded a grant from the Little Giraffe Foundation to support the Level II Advanced Neonatal Intensive…
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The 2024 holiday season is right around the corner. With that being said, we need to discuss a subject that is uncomfortable for many of us. I want to take a few moments to ask everyone to be mindful…
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While many people think of November as the beginning of a holiday season full of feasts and sugary treats, health advocates across the country recognize it as a time to raise awareness about diabetes….
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As fall sports season picks up in intensity, athletes of all ages are hitting the field and the trails. However, participants must be mindful of the risk for injuries, especially in high-intensity sports…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and health experts are reminding women of the critical importance of early detection in the fight against breast cancer. In the United States, breast cancer…
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At Pikeville Medical Center, women can screen for breast cancer with confidence knowing that Board Certified Breast Radiologist Dr. Cherah Pryce is among the medical experts reviewing their screening…
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Many men and women who suffer from arthritis seek medical care from a rheumatologist to find an effective treatment. A rheumatologist is a physician who has received specialized training in several…
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Throughout a person’s life, it is almost certain that unexpected injuries and illnesses will occur. When an injury is serious enough to disrupt a person’s ability to participate in normal activities…
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Hearing and balance, swallowing and speech, breathing and sleep – these are all important functions of one’s life. Otolaryngologists at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) ensure their patients maintain…
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Every year, the Colors of Courage 5K race brings together individuals from all walks of life for a cause much larger than themselves. Proceeds from the event go directly to cancer patients from Lawson…
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September is Sepsis Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness of sepsis. During this time, hospitals andhealthcare professionals draw attention to this deadly butoften preventable medical…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is proud to announce the arrival of a state-of-the-art NICU Transporter, made possible by the generous support of the WHAS Crusade for Children grant. This critical addition…
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A woman has unique health needs that change throughout her life. With this in mind, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) established the Eastern Kentucky Advanced Women’s Care Center to offer comprehensive…
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Every breath can be challenging for individuals living with chronic lung conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), pulmonary fibrosis or asthma. Pikeville Medical Center’s…
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One of the most common medical conditions in the United States is asthma. Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways in the lungs. This condition causes these airways to become inflamed…
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Runners and walkers are lacing up their shoes for the ninth Colors of Courage 5K Run/Walk to raise money to support cancer patients of the Lawson Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center. The Colors…
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The Lawson Cancer Center (LCC) at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) provides healing and comfort for individuals and families navigating the challenging journey of a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Patients…
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Missy Adkins struggled with weight loss for years before reaching out to Dr. Amy Johnson and the team at PMC’s Center for Bariatric and Minimally Invasive Surgery, who ultimately determined that Gastric…
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When unexpected injuries occur that need the prompt attention of an orthopedic specialist, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) offers a service tailored for the needs of those patients. On weekdays between…
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Sleep is one of the most essential parts of life and directly impacts a person’s brain performance and overall health. Proper, restful sleep has many health benefits, including a lower risk of…
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