Pikeville Medical Center Emergency Department Continues Accessibility Measures, Renews Certified Autism Center™ Designation

In an ongoing effort to provide exceptional care for autistic individuals, Pikeville Medical Center Emergency Department renews its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation, which it has held for four years. The designation, granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), ensures that emergency department staff receive continuous support and training. This enables them to more effectively treat, manage care for, and communicate with autistic individuals seeking medical assistance.

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Barbourville ARH Receives Certified Autism Center™ Designation, Enhancing Accessibility for Patients

With more than 80% of hospital staff undergoing training and certification, Barbourville ARH has received the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation granted by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). In addition to the training and certification, IBCCES also completed an onsite review of the hospital to provide additional recommendations to enhance the experience for autistic and sensory-sensitive patients and their families.

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Pikeville Medical Center’s Mettu Children’s Hospital Earns Certified Autism Center™ Credential

Pikeville Medical Center’s (PMC) Mettu Children’s Hospital achieves the designation as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The CAC credential requires at least 80% of public-facing staff to undergo IBCCES autism training and certification to ensure they can better treat and manage the care of autistic patients and those with sensory differences.

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