Nearly a month ago, PMC began offering behavioral treatment to children throughout the region who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center is now the only dedicated autism center located within a two-hour drive from Pikeville. Specializing in early intervention and treatment, the AVA Center offers Applied Behavior Analysis
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) proudly announces the addition of endocrinologist, Rishi Raj, MD. Dr. Raj provides specialty services for patients suffering from diabetes, gland disorders, osteoporosis, hypertension, and the diagnosis and treatment of hormone problems and complications. Dr. Raj received his Bachelor of Surgery degree from Patna Medical College in India. He completed his medical
The prevalence of diabetes in Appalachia is increasing at a disturbing rate. In Kentucky, one in seven adults has been diagnosed with diabetes. However, in Eastern Kentucky, that number jumps to nearly one in four or 25 percent of adults. Alarmingly, there is also a substantial increase in youth who are diabetic. For many patients
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) has added new advanced robotic technology to its orthopedic surgery department. The Nephew NAVIO™ Surgical System is currently the only handheld robotics system for knee surgery and features the most extensive implants for total and partial knee surgery. The new equipment can improve patient outcomes, allowing PMC’s Orthopedic Surgery team to
