In the intricate tapestry of human experience, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) stands as an unknown thread—a labyrinth of complexities often veiled in mystery, especially when it involves children,…
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Unlike traditional retail pharmacies, specialty pharmacies cater to patients with complex and often rare medical conditions. The PMC Specialty Pharmacy is equipped to provide specialized medications…
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The Pikeville Medical Center Pharmacy is known for its commitment to dispensing prescription medications, patient care and convenience. To further the commitment, the pharmacy has undergone a major…
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has achieved accreditation through the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for its Specialty Pharmacy Services. This accreditation is awarded to only those…
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The Heart and Vascular Institute of Eastern Kentucky at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has received certification of its cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular…
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Obesity is a complex disease that affects not only a person’s health but their quality of life as well. Individuals suffering from obesity are at an increased risk for many diseases and health…
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At the heart of PMC’s Trauma Center lies an elite team of medical professionals, each with years of experience, unique expertise and an unwavering commitment to saving lives. This exceptional…
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As the new school year approaches, parents, teachers and children prepare for the academic challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. This exciting season is filled with back-to-school shopping, organizing…
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The Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is the recipient of the Marathon Community Giving Investment Program Grant for Thriving Communities. PMC will use the funds…
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As summer begins to wrap up, parents and students are preparing for the return to school. Pencils, pens, notebooks and paper are necessities, and so is scheduling a comprehensive eye exam. A child’s…
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From birth throughout a person’s life, vaccines have been proven to offer protection from many serious infectious diseases. Without them, especially through school-age years, students would face…
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As the summer heats up, for many, so does the chance of developing a kidney stone. Many physicians and medical providers refer to summer as “Kidney Stone Season” due to increased sweating and a…
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The American Heart Association presents the Mission: Lifeline STEMI Receiving Center Bronze award for implementation of quality treatment, care coordination for heart attack patients. Pikeville Medical…
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Most people are familiar with the term “urology,” but few truly understand the medical specialty itself. Simply put, urology is a field of medicine that specifically treats the reproductive organs…
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On Tuesday, June 20th, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC), in conjunction with the City of Pikeville, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of “Burchett Way,” the city’s newest street….
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Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is the first hospital in Kentucky to offer a new, advanced “arterial thrombectomy” device. This device, the Penumbra Lightning Bolt™ 7, was created to aid physicians…
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Knowing the risk factors is the key to stroke prevention. Patients can learn about their risk factors by having regular medical checkups. Through this process, patients will be educated about some risk…
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Neurology is the study and treatment of disorders and diseases related to the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord and nerves. At the Eastern Kentucky Neuroscience Center at Pikeville Medical…
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Many professions throughout Eastern Kentucky, particularly coal mining, require individuals to perform tedious and often dangerous tasks with their hands. Many men and women make a living for themselves…
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Pikeville Medical Center’s (PMC) Mettu Children’s Hospital has been named a Certified Autism Center (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)….
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