Understanding Thyroid Disease

Understanding Thyroid Disease Thyroid disease is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN, we have vast experience in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disease and...

Thyroid Cancer: Unraveling the Risk Factors

Thyroid Cancer: Unraveling the Risk Factors Thyroid cancer, a type of cancer that begins in the thyroid gland, is often associated with an excellent prognosis due to its early detection and treatability. Despite its relative rarity, understanding its risk factors is...

Thyroid Disease: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment

Thyroid Disease: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Thyroid disease occurs when the thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck just about the collar bone, stops working properly. The thyroid works to release hormones that help to control the functions of your...

Treatment Options for Thyroid Cancer

Treatment Options for Thyroid Cancer The thyroid is an organ that produces hormones that play a role in the various functions of your body. Your thyroid can help control how fast your heart beats, how your metabolism functions, and how digestion works. This organ,...