The winter season is a magical time filled with cozy activities and holiday cheer, but the chilly weather may bring with it health challenges that can disrupt the fun. Cold weather, indoor confinement…
Read more
ONLY HOSPITAL IN KENTUCKY TO EARN THIS DISTINCTION In a recent nationwide announcement, Forbes recognized Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) as one of America’s Dream Employers 2025. The elite list of…
Read more
Eastern Kentucky and the central Appalachian region have battled countless challenges throughout history. Without question, the ones that rank the highest in severity have been related to the region’s…
Read more
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) stands as a vital lifeline for the rural communities nestled in the heart of the mountainous terrain of Appalachia, where healthcare access is often limited by poverty,…
Read more
On October 12, Maddie’s senior homecoming dance took an unexpected turn. She suddenly became very ill and short of breath, leading to a rushed trip to the nearest hospital Emergency Room. Diagnosed…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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….
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
