Vascular Ultrasound Imaging
Tuesday, September 19th, 2017
Ultrasound Imaging to Help Diagnose Vascular Diseases The body’s vascular system is comprised of a network of blood vessels which include the arteries, veins, and the lymphatic system. Problems in the vascular system can occur and may lead to a more serious and life-threatening condition when left undiagnosed and untreated. Premier Surgical in Knoxville has […]
Read More »PAD Awareness Month
Thursday, September 14th, 2017
September is National PAD Awareness Month. Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a medical condition caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries. Arteries are the blood vessels that carry blood to different parts of the body including the head, organs, and limbs. Atherosclerosis is a term used to describe the buildup of plaque in […]
Read More »Is Your Job Causing Hemorrhoids?
Wednesday, September 13th, 2017
Over half of Americans are affected by hemorrhoids, a condition characterized by the enlargement and swelling of the blood vessels in the lower part of the rectum and the anus. Hemorrhoids develop as a result of an increase in pressure in the lower abdominal area. Straining at the time of bowel movement, pregnancy, obesity, inflammatory […]
Read More »Healthy Aging Month
Tuesday, September 5th, 2017
Did you know September is Healthy Aging Month? As we age, it is inevitable that we will face life changes – career changes, changes in the household, and physical changes. Health can influence the way you deal with these age-related changes. Your Health as You Get Older There are different factors that can influence health […]
Read More »A New Perspective
Monday, August 28th, 2017
News From fort Sanders Regional Medical Center On any given day, you’ll find cancer patients and survivors who have found hope and help at Thompson Comprehensive Breast Center. One such woman is there every day the doors are open. “There’s so much good here, so much healing and loving,” Sue Miller says, “and I found […]
Read More »Premier’s Dedicated Vascular Access Coordinator
Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017
Have you met our Vascular Access Coordinator, Meghan Mencer? Premier’s Vascular Access & Imaging Center offers comprehensive on-site diagnostic expertise and educational services to patients who are at risk for kidney disease. Our dedicated Vascular Access Coordinator, Meghan Mencer, works closely with patients, as well as the clinics and vascular surgeons to stay on top of […]
Read More »Dr. Thurman Joins Premier Surgical Associates
Tuesday, August 22nd, 2017
Premier Surgical Associates is proud to welcome general surgeon Joseph B. Thurman, M.D. to its surgical practice. He will be based at the group’s Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center office, located on Clinch Avenue near downtown Knoxville. Dr. Thurman will focus on acute care cases and laparoscopic surgery. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Thurman […]
Read More »Don’t Be Ashamed
Wednesday, August 16th, 2017
Over three million of hemorrhoid cases are reported each year, but only a third of those with symptomatic hemorrhoids actually seek help. This can be a result of fear, embarrassment, or lack of resources. What are hemorrhoids? Also called piles, hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the anal and rectal areas. They are the most common […]
Read More »Why Smoking and Hernia Repair Don’t Mix
Tuesday, August 15th, 2017
Complex hernias happen for a variety of reasons, but there are two important and somewhat unexpected factors that greatly affect a patient’s level of risk: smoking and weight gain. “A hernia is simply a hole where we’re not supposed to have one,” says Premier Surgical general surgeon Joel “Trey” Bradley III, MD. “The more complex […]
Read More »Gallbladder Experts
Wednesday, August 9th, 2017
Gallbladder surgery (also known as cholecystectomy) remains the primary procedure for managing symptomatic gallstone disease. This procedure is usually recommended for patients suffering from biliary pain, acute cholecystitis, and gallstone pancreatitis. Types of Gallbladder Surgery Cholecystectomy can either be done t through a minimally invasive procedure (laparoscopic cholecystectomy), or traditionally (open cholescystecomy). The majority of […]
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