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 such as walking or being selfsufficient, outpatient physical therapy may be necessary. Physical therapy (PT) is an extremely beneficial care option for many individuals
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 these functions. Otolaryngology, more commonly referred to as ENT (ear, nose and throat), is a medical specialty dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of disorders and conditions
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 Cancer Center at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC), a place where strength and hope are often tested, but never extinguished. This race
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 condition. “Cancer, heart disease and diabetes are the health concerns that keep most people up at night, but there is another major threat that people don’t think about.
