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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Healthcare Partner in Central Appalachia
Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is a not-for-profit health system dedicated to improving health and promoting well-being in Central Appalachia through community partnerships. Established in 1956, we operate 14 hospitals across Kentucky and West Virginia, alongside multi-specialty physician practices, home health agencies, and retail pharmacies. Our team of 6,700 employees and 1,300 providers delivers comprehensive care, including cancer treatment, cardiology, behavioral health, and emergency services, while prioritizing innovation, trust, and compassion.We are the largest healthcare provider and employer in southeastern Kentucky, committed to addressing rural healthcare challenges through advanced technology and community-focused initiatives. Our mission drives us to provide accessible, high-quality care that meets the evolving needs of our region.
Services
Cancer Care
Cardiology
Behavioral Health
Bariatric Surgery
General Surgery
Home Health Services
Radiology Imaging
Emergency Care
Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Pharmacy Services
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer comprehensive healthcare services across 14 hospitals and multiple specialties.
- Our team includes 1,300+ providers with expertise in rural and regional healthcare challenges.
- We prioritize community partnerships to address local health needs and disparities.
- Advanced medical technologies and innovative treatment programs enhance patient outcomes.
- A patient-centered approach ensures personalized care and long-term wellness solutions.
Services
Cancer Care
Our Cancer Care program offers comprehensive treatment for blood disorders and various cancers, including breast, lung, and gynecological cancers. Patients receive personalized care from medical, radiation, and surgical oncologists, supported by advanced technology and multidisciplinary collaboration. We provide chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and access to clinical trials while emphasizing patient navigation and survivorship programs to support long-term recovery and quality of life.
Cardiology
ARH Cardiology delivers diagnosis and treatment for cardiovascular conditions like heart failure, arrhythmias, and coronary artery disease. Services include non-invasive testing, interventional procedures, and open-heart surgery. Our team uses advanced imaging and minimally invasive techniques to improve heart health, with specialized programs for cardiac rehabilitation and vascular surgery to ensure comprehensive cardiovascular care.
Behavioral Health
Our Behavioral Health services address mental health and substance abuse disorders through inpatient and outpatient programs. Treatment includes counseling, medication management, and specialized therapies for anxiety, depression, PTSD, and addiction. We emphasize holistic care, confidentiality, and peer recovery support to promote mental wellness and long-term recovery in a compassionate environment.
Bariatric Surgery
The Bariatric Surgery program offers surgical solutions for obesity, including sleeve gastrectomy and gastric bypass. These procedures aim to improve metabolic health and resolve conditions like diabetes and sleep apnea. Patients receive pre- and post-operative education, nutritional counseling, and lifestyle support to ensure sustainable weight loss and improved quality of life through evidence-based care.
General Surgery
ARH General Surgery provides expert care for digestive tract disorders, hernias, breast conditions, and endocrine system issues. Our surgeons perform traditional and robotic-assisted procedures, focusing on minimally invasive techniques to reduce recovery times. Services include appendectomies, colonoscopies, and thyroid surgeries, supported by advanced technology and personalized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
Questions
What services does Appalachian Regional Healthcare offer?
We provide hospital care, cancer treatment, cardiology, behavioral health, bariatric surgery, home health services, and more across Kentucky and West Virginia.
How can I find a location near me?
Use our online locator tool to find hospitals, clinics, and specialty centers throughout Central Appalachia.
Does ARH accept insurance?
We work with major insurance providers and offer financial assistance programs for eligible patients.
Are there emergency care options available?
Yes, our hospitals provide 24/7 emergency departments staffed by specialized medical teams.
How does ARH support community health initiatives?
We fund local programs, sponsor health fairs, and collaborate with organizations to address regional healthcare disparities.
Reviews (2)
Amanda G.
Aug 18, 2016
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We are NOT happy with our experience with the PSY Center on the ARH Hospital Campus. My father was in this facility for a week before I was notified of his status. It's almost impossible to get in touch with the medical staff, social workers and/or the patient. There is a hospital phone menu that drops you into a voicemail system. And when you DO speak to a staff member, they are not helpful at all.
They just forward your call to someone else's voicemail, and you RARELY get a call back. My father was released from the hospital with no notice. He was sent out in hospital attire, with his street clothes in a garbage bag, and 2 pill bottles in his hand. No follow up care plan was provided. And no staff member cared to talk to him or me on the way out. They just set him out to get in the car and go. If you have other options for inpatient behavioral health care, I would strongly suggest going elsewhere.
They just forward your call to someone else's voicemail, and you RARELY get a call back. My father was released from the hospital with no notice. He was sent out in hospital attire, with his street clothes in a garbage bag, and 2 pill bottles in his hand. No follow up care plan was provided. And no staff member cared to talk to him or me on the way out. They just set him out to get in the car and go. If you have other options for inpatient behavioral health care, I would strongly suggest going elsewhere.
Jeremy R.
Nov 21, 2011
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Unfortunately the only Hospital close enough for emergency situations in Hazard. The hospital is not known for any specific specialty and is quite basic. If you have any severe condition or ailment I would suggest seeking treatment in a larger city with a better hospital than this. I have been to this hospital many times to visit others and also to be treated myself, it seems like the staff has a job to do and they do their job, they certainly do not go above and beyond as most modern up to date hospitals do.
