PIKEVILLE, KY – On Thursday, September 24th Pikeville Medical Center staff conducted a hands-on training for school nurses and other designated staff of the Pike County School System on the PMC Healthy…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is taking an advanced approach to heart surgery, offering qualifying heart patients a minimally invasive aortic valve replacement (a surgical procedure that is designed…
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PIKEVILLE, KY – Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) recently received two grants awarded by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). The larger of the two will be used to develop a telepsych…
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Vision is something generally taken for granted until the moment it changes. Because of nearsightedness, farsightedness or an astigmatism, many people are told their future will consist of wearing…
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As the change of the season approaches, along comes beautiful fall colors, and cooler temperatures. Allergy sufferers also anticipate a long list of symptoms, effecting their ears, nose, and throat….
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Having allergies means a person’s immune system could potentially overreact to something touched or inhaled. Allergic reactions can cause symptoms such as itchiness, swelling, difficulty breathing,…
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Samuel “Jerry” King, MD, has dedicated nearly 40 years of his life to being a family medicine provider. Born and raised in Pike County, Dr. King said making the decision to return to the mountains…
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Many people throughout the region are finding relief from a wide range of health problems through a hands-on approach known as OMT. Short for Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment, OMT is used by osteopathic…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is honored to announce R.V. Mettu, MD, is seeing patients for sleep services on PMC’s main campus. Dr. Mettu has been treating patients in PMC’s Sleep Center…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is moving forward with the construction of the region’s first children’s hospital. This will allow more families to stay close to home, greatly reducing the…
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Nearly a month ago, PMC began offering behavioral treatment to children throughout the region who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center is now…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) proudly announces the addition of endocrinologist, Rishi Raj, MD. Dr. Raj provides specialty services for patients suffering from diabetes, gland disorders, osteoporosis,…
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The prevalence of diabetes in Appalachia is increasing at a disturbing rate. In Kentucky, one in seven adults has been diagnosed with diabetes. However, in Eastern Kentucky, that number jumps to nearly…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has added new advanced robotic technology to its orthopedic surgery department. The Nephew NAVIO™ Surgical System is currently the only handheld robotics system for…
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PMC has nine specially trained physicians for orthopedic services. These board-certified specialists work together to provide the most advanced care for the region. The Orthopedic Center earned the…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is offering the region a minimally invasive approach to treat aneurysms (an outward bulging, similar to a bubble or balloon, caused by a localized, abnormal, weak spot…
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Amy Johnson, MD, FACS, FASMBS is the Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Bariatric (weight loss) Surgery Department Medical Director. She completed her medical school education and residency program at Wake…
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Many people find themselves fighting an array of serious medical conditions brought about by obesity. The Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) Weight Loss Surgery Department provides advanced procedures to…
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Despite being located in a rural area, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has one of the most advanced trauma departments in the state. With the capability to offer specialized emergency care around the…
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Pikeville Medical Center’s (PMC) Emergency Room (ER) provides medical and surgical care to patients arriving at the medical center in need of immediate attention. The department offers around-the-clock…
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