Meet Dr. Thurman
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2020
We, at Premier Surgical Associates of Knoxville, take pride in our well-experienced and competent surgical team. Let’s meet one of the members of our team, Dr. Joseph Thurman. Dr. Joseph Thurman is a general surgeon of Premier Surgical at Fort Sanders Regional in Knoxville, TN. He treats a wide array of diseases, including gallbladder disease, […]
Read More »Premier Surgery Center
Monday, April 27th, 2020
Premier Surgical Associates offers a variety of outpatient surgeries that are performed at the Premier Surgical Center on Papermill Drive, as well as minor in-office procedures that are performed at our convenient Knoxville area clinics. Surgery Center procedures performed at the Premier Papermill Drive facility include port placement and removal, laparoscopic gallbladder removal, laparoscopic and […]
Read More »Diabetes Awareness Month
Friday, November 29th, 2019
Diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate. In the United States alone, over 30 million Americans have diabetes. And over 7 million have it but are unaware of it. What is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition that occurs when blood glucose (also known as blood sugar) is too high. Blood glucose is the […]
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 »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 »3 Pre-Surgery Prep Tips
Monday, June 3rd, 2019
Many of us think that the success of the surgery depends largely on the surgeon. While your surgical team definitely plays a central role, your part is just as vital as theirs. As a patient, it’s very important to know things you can do to prepare before and after surgery to be prepared can help […]
Read More »High Blood Pressure Education Month
Thursday, May 23rd, 2019
High blood pressure or hypertension puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the United States. According to the CDC, about 75 million American adults or 1 in every 3 have hypertension. What causes hypertension? There is no identifiable cause for most cases of primary or essential hypertension. […]
Read More »Stroke Awareness Month
Wednesday, May 15th, 2019
A stroke is one of the most devastating effects of cardiovascular disease. It is the third leading cause of death in the country, leaving patients who have suffered from a stroke with significant functional deficits. There are over 70,000 stroke cases that occur in the United States every year. Carotid artery disease is one of […]
Read More »Premier’s Surgery Center and MD Save
Monday, May 6th, 2019
Having any kind of surgery can be stressful. The thought of paying for the procedure, or even meeting your insurance deductible can elevate your stress level further. To help ease this burden, Premier Surgical has partnered with MDSave to help self-pay patients or those with high deductible health plans. What is MDSave? MDSave is a […]
Read More »Acid Reflux
Monday, April 29th, 2019
Having gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD is very uncomfortable. It can cause a burning sensation in the chest, difficulty swallowing, sensation of a lump in the throat, and regurgitation of sour liquid or food. What is GERD? GERD is a digestive disorder that involves the lower esophageal sphincter (LES), the ring of muscle between the […]
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