Understanding Hemorrhoids: Causes, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment in Knoxville Hemorrhoids are a common condition that affect both men and women. In fact, about half of all people will experience hemorrhoids by the age of 50. While many may try to manage the...
Acid Reflux and GERD: When Heartburn Becomes Something More Almost everyone experiences heartburn from time to time, but when it happens twice a week or more, it may be a sign of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). GERD affects about 30-40% of American adults and,...
From VIP Knoxville Magazine Dr. Jessica Vinsant and Dr. Ana Wilson are surgeons who share a passion for helping patients facing a cancer diagnosis. Their paths have led them to Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville where they work tirelessly to treat women and men...
We’re excited to welcome David C. Harrison, DPM, FACFAS, to the Premier Surgical Associates team! Dr. Harrison is a double board-certified podiatrist with advanced training in foot and ankle repair, joint replacement, sports injury care, and diabetic limb...
Do I Have Appendicitis? Know the Warning Signs If you’ve ever experienced sudden abdominal pain and wondered, “Could this be appendicitis?”— you’re not alone. Appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies, and knowing the early signs can make all the...
Premier Surgical Cleveland: Committed to Compassionate, Expert Care for Our Community At Premier Surgical Cleveland, serving the Cleveland and Bradley County communities is more than our mission, it’s our calling. We are proud to be a trusted provider of advanced,...
The Benefits of Minimally Invasive Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal The gallbladder is a small, pear-shaped organ located beneath the liver that stores bile and helps your body break down and digest fats. While it plays an important role in digestion, the gallbladder...
UV Safety Awareness Month: Protect Your Skin and Know Your Treatment Options July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a perfect time to remind ourselves about the importance of protecting our skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays and staying vigilant about skin cancer...
Skin Tags & Summer Heat: What’s the Connection? Summer in East Tennessee means heat, humidity, and plenty of outdoor activities. But for some people, the warmer weather brings more than just sunshine—it also highlights issues like irritation from anal skin tags....
Honoring Strength and Hope: Celebrating Cancer Survivors at Premier Surgical Cleveland We mark National Cancer Survivor Day in June. It’s a moment to celebrate those winning the battle against cancers, honor their strength and perseverance, and recognize the...
