Many patients in Eastern Kentucky experience unexplained symptoms that can often be treated by a neurologist. These specialized physicians treat disorders that affect the nervous system, which includes the brain, spinal cord and nerves. Signs can be subtle and often blamed on other problems, and as a result, go untreated. These can include muscle weakness,
Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States and is one of the primary causes of disability among adults, according to the CDC. Each year, an estimated 795,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke, with about 610,000 of these being first or new strokes. The good news is that strokes are
Obesity is a disease that affects the human body in extremely cruel ways and is much more than merely a cosmetic concern. It can cause high blood pressure, diabetes, extreme joint pain, sleep apnea and even infertility. Patients who are overweight, experience any of these symptoms, and meet certain criteria may be able to improve
Many patients needing bariatric surgery make the unfortunate decision to postpone their surgery due to dreading the recovery time. However, at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC), patients facing bariatric surgery can often be relieved knowing their procedure can be performed using a minimally invasive approach. Board Certified Bariatric and General Surgeon Amy Johnson, MD, FACS, FASMBS,
