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Your health means everything. And for these patients, seeking quality healthcare at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital was a life-changing experience.  No matter how large or how small the issue, it’s time to take charge of your health again. At Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital we put your healthcare needs first.  Don't make your health wait.  Get the care you need now and learn more about our quality healthcare services from real patients, in the real stories below.   

  • Not Too Young for Colon Cancer | Ashley's Story

    March 03, 2021

    Young colon cancer survivor spreads message of awareness. 

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  • Knowing By Heart | Rick's Story

    February 18, 2021

    Former Air Methods' Pilot thought He Knew All the Signs of a Heart Attack, Until They Hit Close to Home.After retiring from the Army after 38 years of service and launching a second career as an Air Methods pilot in Somerset, KY for more than seven years, Rick Branscum always thought he would know if he was having a heart attack. He was familiar with the signs and…

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  • Back to the Future | Jason's Story

    February 09, 2021

    Lake Cumberland’s 3D robotic technology provides one Russell County patient a return to the life he loves.

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  • Young Stroke Survivor Shares Gratitude For Another Holiday Spent With Family | Danielle's Story

    November 30, 2020

    Having a stroke can be a terrifying emergency for anyone, but especially for a younger patient - to suddenly not be able to sit up on your own, talk normally, or move your body like you believe you should be able to is a shock. Fortunately for Danielle Hacker, she quickly received life-saving care and is able to enjoy this holiday season with her loved ones.

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  • Timing is Everything in Emergency Cardiac Care | Kevin's Story

    September 01, 2020

    Being a lifelong musician, Kevin Dalton, has long understood the concept of “timing is everything.” However, as relevant as it is in music, it never meant more to him in than it did when he experienced a heart attack and saw first-hand how local EMS and LCRH Stemi Alert teams delivered synchronized, quality cardiac care to save his life. 

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  • Giving Birth During a Pandemic | The McAlpin's Story

    August 14, 2020

    Pregnancy comes with anticipation and excitement - of becoming parents and raising a child - but also anxiety about what it will be like to give birth and ultimately, care for a baby. COVID-19 adds a new level of stress and fear and for new parents, Hannah and Tucker McAlpin, navigating this challenging time was nothing like they had planned but so very memorable in the end.

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