Protect Your Skin This Summer!
Monday, July 26th, 2021
Spending time outdoors especially after months of being cooped up can be fun and exciting! However, the physicians of Premier Surgical would like to remind you that with fun and in the sun comes the responsibility of protecting your skin. Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Exposing it without any form of […]
Read More »Healthy Skin in the Winter
Monday, November 26th, 2018
Winter can be fun, but the cold weather is not always fun for the skin. Low temperatures and humidity can rob the skin of its moisture, leading to dryness and dullness. Many think that summer months are the time to take extra care of your skin, but it’s also important not to neglect it in […]
Read More »Be Skin Safe!
Wednesday, July 18th, 2018
Every year, more people United States are diagnosed with skin cancer than all other forms of cancer combined. While early detection is important in keeping skin cancer from becoming life-threatening, taking proper steps for prevention is key. Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville reminds you that one of the best ways to prevent skin cancer is […]
Read More »Bright Days Ahead: Melanoma Patient Becomes Advocate for Sun Safety
Friday, June 1st, 2018
Even though Premier Surgical oncologist Paul Dudrick, MD, isn’t known for being a skilled artist, Robin MacLean carries one of his drawings in her purse. It’s the paper that was spread across the examination table when Dr. Dudrick drew a picture to help her understand the cancer surgery she would undergo at Fort Sanders Regional […]
Read More »Melanoma Awareness Month
Monday, May 7th, 2018
There has been a rise in the number of melanoma cases for the past 30 years. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be over 90,000 new cases of melanoma this year. What is melanoma? Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer that begins in melanocytes. Melanocytes are skin cells responsible for creating […]
Read More »Importance of Suncreen
Tuesday, July 18th, 2017
Skin cancer is one of the most common forms of cancer in the United States. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, over 9,000 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every day. Sun Exposure and Skin Cancer Studies have shown that repeated and unprotected sun exposure can lead to development of skin cancer. One study […]
Read More »Skin Cancer Awareness Month
Tuesday, May 2nd, 2017
Did you know that May is National Skin Cancer Awareness month? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer not only in the United States, but globally as well. If you discover unusual skin spots but are not sure if they’re normal or not, it may be […]
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