Throughout a woman’s lifetime, an obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) is there to support her during the various stages of her health journey. From birth control, pregnancy and childbirth through menopause,…
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The Eastern Kentucky Advanced Women’s Care Center at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) utilizes the Da Vinci Surgical System, a robotic system designed to facilitate surgeries using a minimally invasive…
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For many living in the mountains of Eastern Kentucky, seasonal allergies can be a hassle. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), estimates that more than 50 million people in the US have…
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Many people, throughout their lifetime, will visit an otolaryngologist, more commonly known as an ear, nose and throat doctor or ENT. These specialists treat a wide variety of issues such as sinusitis,…
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The mountains of the southern Appalachian region draw visitors from across the country and world for their beauty, especially during the fall of the year. However, statistics say many who call Eastern…
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Diabetes is a serious health condition all too frequently seen in Eastern Kentucky. In fact, according to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, nearly one in five people have been diagnosed with…
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In the United States, cold and flu season generally takes place between October and May, with the peak taking place between December and March. In addition to influenza, another annual concern is Respiratory…
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In recent years, the emergence of multiple specialties and subspecialties in healthcare can be a source of confusion for patients when a medical need arises. Many patients struggle trying to make decisions…
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Obesity is a complex disease that affects the body in many ways and is much more serious than simply a cosmetic concern. When a person’s weight is higher than what is considered healthy for his…
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As we approach the end of the year, a difficult subject to discuss is our physical activity and how we eat around the holidays. As uncomfortable as it may be, we need to talk about it. We all know holiday…
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Diabetes is the most common disease in Kentucky, affecting nearly 14% of the population. According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, Between 2000 and 2018, diagnosed diabetes in Kentucky…
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Nearly everyone is familiar with the term Diabetes, but not everyone is familiar with the disease itself. Statistics show that more than 37 million people in the U.S., or 11% of the population, have…
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Patients who are treated either as an inpatient or in the outpatient clinic setting at the Lawson Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center can rest assured knowing their complex chemotherapy medications…
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Screening for cancer can save lives. Cancer screenings are conducted in attempts to find cancer at early stages, oftentimes before symptoms are prevalent. It is important to speak to a primary care…
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On Wednesday, October 19th, Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of its new Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center location in Prestonsburg….
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The Lawson Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center has various multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and treat its patients. All Lawson Cancer Center staff—from nurses and patient navigators to specialty…
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Patients who are facing a cancer diagnosis can find advanced, comprehensive and compassionate care at the Lawson Cancer Center (LCC) at Pikeville Medical Center. Due to high rates of many types of cancer…
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Statistics show that one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. Each October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and the staff of the Lawson Cancer Center at…
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The Lawson Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center is using innovative technology to treat patients whose treatment plans call for radiation therapy. In 2021, PMC installed a state-of-the-art TrueBeam…
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Many patients who have been diagnosed with cancer are treated with radiation therapy, which uses targeted doses of high-energy radiation to kill cancer cells and reduce tumor size. Pikeville Medical…
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