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World Health Day 2026: Our Commitment to Knoxville and East Tennessee
Each year on April 7, World Health Day offers an opportunity to reflect on the importance of accessible, high-quality healthcare in every community. At Premier Surgical Associates, we are proud to recognize this day by reaffirming our commitment to the people of...
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Dr. Elissa Falconer on Symptoms, Screening, and Prevention
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a timely reminder of the importance of prevention, early detection, and regular screening. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting both men and women, but it is also one of the most treatable...
Premier Surgeons Recognized as 2026 Cityview Top Docs
Ten Premier Surgical Associates physicians have been named as 2026 Top Docs by Knoxville's Cityview Magazine. Winners of the annual award are nominated and selected by other Knoxville area physicians. Congratulations to our Premier Surgical surgeons who are recognized...
March Is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Why Screening Matters in Cleveland, TN
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a reminder that colon and rectal cancer can often be prevented or caught early when treatment is most effective. At Premier Surgical Cleveland, our team is focused on helping patients across Bradley County and...
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Screening & Prevention Are Key
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, an important reminder that colorectal cancer is often preventable and highly treatable when caught early. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, Tennessee, we’re committed to...
Don’t Count on Luck with Hemorrhoids: Get Real Relief This St. Patrick’s Day
March means everything turns a little greener—shamrocks, parades, and St. Patrick’s Day fun. But if you’re dealing with hemorrhoids, you already know this is one problem you can’t “get lucky” and wish away. Hemorrhoids can be painful, irritating, and embarrassing, and...
Meet Dr. Elissa Falconer: Q&A with Premier Surgical’s New Colon and Rectal Surgeon
Premier Surgical Associates is proud to welcome Elissa A. Falconer, MD, a Colon and Rectal Surgeon at Fort Sanders Regional in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. Falconer specializes in treating both cancerous and non-cancerous conditions of the colon, rectum, and anus, as...
Is It Your Gallbladder? Signs You Might Need Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
That “bad meal” feeling (bloating, nausea, discomfort) usually passes. But if the same symptoms keep showing up (especially after greasy or heavy foods), your gallbladder may be waving a red flag. At Premier Surgical Cleveland in Cleveland, TN, our experienced general...
What Works (and What Doesn’t) for Temporary Hemorrhoid Relief at Home
Hemorrhoids are a common and uncomfortable condition affecting millions of Americans. While many people try to manage symptoms at home, not all remedies are effective, and some can even worsen irritation. At Premier Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatment Center in Knoxville,...
What Is Appendicitis? Early Warning Signs You Should Never Ignore
Appendicitis is one of the most common surgical emergencies in the United States, yet many people are unsure what it actually is or how to recognize the early symptoms. Because appendicitis can worsen quickly, understanding the warning signs can help you know when to...