Pikeville Medical Center’s oncology satellite pharmacy staff prepares chemotherapy for patients visiting the Lawson Cancer Center. Pharmacists work in close conjunction with oncologist physicians to formulate chemotherapy regimens appropriate for the needs of each individual patient. Decisions regarding doses and specific regimens of chemotherapy are made based on a variety of factors including: type of cancer, stage of cancer, cardiac function, kidney function, and blood cell counts. Pharmacists are regularly consulted to aid physicians in searching for drug information that will better serve our patients.
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 tailored to the unique needs of these patients. Specialty pharmacies primarily handle high-cost, specialty medications often used to treat complex and chronic conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disorders, rare
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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 transformation, introducing a slew of innovative features to better serve its customers. Most recently, drive-thru lanes two and three have been upgraded with a new tube system
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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 healthcare organizations that demonstrate compliance with ACHC national standards. Accreditation by ACHC reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a greater level of performance.
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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 are prepared in an exclusive on-site oncology pharmacy. Having an oncology pharmacy within the facility dedicated solely to mixing and preparing chemotherapy for all
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