Celebrating 30 Years of Surgical Excellence
1995 – 2025
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Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN
Founded in 1995, Premier Surgical Associates is the largest General and Vascular Surgery group in East Tennessee. From simple to complex, our board-certified physicians perform a variety of General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Bariatric Surgery, Surgical Oncology and Plastic Surgery Procedures.
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Don’t Be Scared of Hernias: How Premier Surgical Cleveland Can Help
When October rolls around, we’re surrounded by ghosts, goblins, and spooky decorations. But for many people, the word “hernia” feels scarier than any haunted house. At Premier Surgical Cleveland, TN, we want you to know that hernias don’t have to be frightening. With...
Interview with Dr. William C. Gibson, General and Breast Surgeon at Premier Surgical Associates
Dr. William C. Gibson, MD, FACS, is a general surgeon with Premier Surgical Associates at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. He specializes in the surgical treatment of breast cancer and also performs general and laparoscopic surgery for thyroid disease,...
Premier Surgical Associates Welcome New CEO
Premier Surgical Associates of East Tennessee is pleased to announce the appointment of Timothy S. Dykema, MHSA, as Chief Executive Officer.