2 Weeks to Freedom: Breast Conservation & Partial Breast Radiation are Game Changers
Friday, October 18th, 2019
From Parkwest Health & Lifestyles Early detection not only saves lives. It can also give a breast cancer patient a shot at a better quality of life. Working together, Parkwest Medical Center and Parkwest Comprehensive Breast Center offer a plan that can dramatically alter a patient’s cancer story. Treatment only takes about two weeks, and […]
Read More »Gallbladder pain or heartburn?
Thursday, October 10th, 2019
You are finished eating a meal when you suddenly feel some discomfort. Feeling sick after eating a meal, especially a large meal, can indicate a problem in the digestive tract. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and biliary colic are some of the most common problems that can cause pain and discomfort after eating. Could it be […]
Read More »Health Tips For Healthy Aging Month
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019
Aging is inevitable but how you age is another story. It’s completely up to you! At Premier Surgical Associates of Knoxville and Cleveland, we believe that healthy aging is a holistic approach. It’s not just about physical health; it’s being healthy and well in these areas – mental, physical, and emotional. We love to see […]
Read More »September is PAD Awareness Month
Wednesday, September 18th, 2019
September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month. PAD is a condition that affects about 18 million Americans, about 160 to 180,000 of that are predicted to have a limb amputated this year. What is PAD and what causes it? PAD occurs when there is a narrowing of the peripheral arteries such as those serving […]
Read More »Don’t be ashamed to get help!
Monday, September 16th, 2019
Hemorrhoids are very common. In fact, about 15 million Americans have them. Unfortunately, not everyone with hemorrhoids seeks help. Feeling Embarrassed with Hemorrhoids The bleeding, the itchiness, and all other things that come with hemorrhoids are no fun. It’s also no fun admitting to other people that you have them. Understanding the Embarrassment Since we […]
Read More »Meet Dr. Beierle!
Wednesday, September 11th, 2019
Premier Surgical Cleveland is proud to present the newest member of our physician team – Dr. Shannon Beierle. Dr. Beierle is a general surgeon. She treats a variety of conditions, from hernia to cancer. Let’s get to know her more. What’s your background? “After graduating from Biometric Engineering at Texas A&M, I went to […]
Read More »Gallbladder Disease and Diet
Thursday, September 5th, 2019
Located just below the liver, the gallbladder is a small yet vital organ. It stores and concentrates bile, a brownish-yellowish enzyme produced by the liver. It also secretes bile into the small intestine to aid in digestion. Your Diet Impacts Your Gallbladder Health Diet plays an important role in keeping the gallbladder healthy. If you […]
Read More »Jobs that put you at greater risk for a hernia
Friday, August 30th, 2019
It is estimated that about 5 percent of the population has a hernia. What is a hernia? A hernia is a condition characterized by an organ pushing through an opening in a muscle or tissue that holds it in place. The abdomen is the most common site of the hernia, but it may also appear […]
Read More »Quit smoking before surgery!
Monday, August 26th, 2019
Smoking does more harm to the body than what one could have imagined. From the skin to the blood vessels, smoking can have detrimental health effects. It is for this reason why surgeons often recommend smoking patients to quit this habit before surgery. What are the effects of smoking on patients having surgery? Several studies […]
Read More »Hemorrhoid Relief After Pregnancy
Tuesday, August 20th, 2019
Women can have hemorrhoids during and even after pregnancy. What are hemorrhoids? Hemorrhoids are swollen veins of the rectal area. Although they’re not serious conditions, these swollen veins can cause a huge deal of discomfort among pregnant and postpartum women. There are several reasons why hemorrhoids can develop during and after pregnancy. These include hormonal […]
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