Managing Hemorrhoids in the Summer Heat: Tips for Comfort and Relief Summer is a time for enjoying the outdoors, basking in the sun, and participating in fun activities. However, for those suffering from hemorrhoids, the heat can exacerbate symptoms and make daily...
At Premier Surgical Surgery Center in Knoxville, TN, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch care and ensuring our patients feel supported every step of the way. Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with Michael Dunning, a retired Patient Transporter from...
UV Safety Month: Protecting Your Skin and Health This Summer July is UV Safety Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays. As the sun shines brighter and we spend more time...
Understanding Perianal Skin Tags: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Perianal skin tags are a common yet often misunderstood condition affecting many individuals. These small, benign growths of skin around the anal area can cause discomfort and concern, but with...
National Hernia Awareness Month: Symptoms and Treatments You Need to Know June is National Hernia Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to a common yet often misunderstood condition. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN, we...
Tips for Traveling with Hemorrhoids Traveling can be an exciting experience, but for those dealing with hemorrhoids, it can also bring about additional discomfort and challenges. Whether you’re embarking on a long road trip, flying across the country, or even just...
Meet Dr. C. Schilling Nechtman – a general surgeon with the Premier Surgical at Parkwest Medical Center office in Knoxville, TN We are thrilled to welcome the newest member to our team of general surgery experts at Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, TN. Dr. C....
Skin Cancer Melanoma Month: Why Early Detection is Key May is recognized globally as Skin Cancer Awareness Month, with a special focus on melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN,...
Mother’s Day Comfort: Exploring IRC Hemorrhoid Treatments for New Moms Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it comes with its own set of physical challenges, especially for new moms. One common but seldom-discussed issue many new mothers face is hemorrhoids....
Just after Thanksgiving weekend 2023, South Knoxville native Mike Campbell felt sudden numbness and pain in his right foot. His wife, Amy, recalls watching Mike’s foot grow visibly worse over the weekend. She says, “His foot was gray and cold, and he was in pain. A...
