PIKEVILLE, Ky. (WYMT) - Pikeville Medical Center officials announced a new partnership Wednesday, which is expected to expand access to pediatric care.

PMC’s Mettu Children’s Hospital joined the affiliate network with UK’s Golisano Children’s Hospital, providing Pikeville’s patients with access to a slew of resources, education, support, and in-house consultation opportunities with pediatric specialists in Lexington.

“Partnering with Golisano Children’s at UK represents a major milestone,” said Donovan Blackburn, president & CEO of Pikeville Medical Center. “This affiliation reflects our mission to provide world-class, compassionate care close to home. Families in our region deserve exceptional pediatric expertise right here in eastern Kentucky, and together we’re making that level of ca

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