The Importance of Good Nutrition Before Surgery

Surgery is like a marathon. You are more likely to get better outcomes if you prepare for it ahead of time. Good nutrition contributes to a successful surgery and reasonable recovery time. As you prepare for surgery, your doctor may recommend improvements in your diet...

Gallbladder Disease: Signs and Symptoms and When to Get it Removed

Gallbladder disease is very common. It refers to a number of conditions that affect your gallbladder. Your gallbladder is that small pouch that sits just under your liver. This small organ stores bile, the liquid produced and released by the liver for digesting fats....

The Importance of Handwashing

Handwashing is one of the simplest yet one of the most effective ways we can do to prevent the spread of diseases. The physicians of Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville and Cleveland want to remind everyone that handwashing is one of the most important steps we...