C. Scott Callicutt, MD, FACS, RPVI

Dr. Scott Callicutt is a board-certified, fellowship-trained vascular surgeon with Premier Surgical Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, TN. He performs a variety of vascular and endovascular procedures including angioplasty, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, arterial venous fistula and graft placement and repair, as well as varicose vein treatment. Dr. Callicutt joined Premier Surgical in 2009.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
• MD: Brody School of Medicine, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC
• Residency: General Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis
• Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis
• Board Certified: General Surgery and Vascular Surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Member: Fellow, American College of Surgeons
• Recognition: Cityview Magazine “Top Docs” 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2009

SPECIALTIES

Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

OFFICE LOCATIONS

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.588.8229

LeConte Medical Center
744 Middle Creek Road, Suite 202
Sevierville, TN 37862
865.588.8229

Harriman
1855 Tanner Way, Suite 130, Harriman, TN 37748

PATIENT FEEDBACK

• “I am so impressed by the care received. Dr. Callicutt and the staff were very professional and friendly. Thank you so much for everything!”
• “Everyone was very nice and professional, especially Dr. Callicutt.”

VIDEOS

Dr. Callicutt explains how to manage and treat Carotid Artery Disease in this segment on WATE TV-6.

TCAR

Transcarotid Artery Revascularization is a new treatment that reduces the risk of stroke in patients undergoing carotid artery surgery.

NEWS

• New Procedure Opens Doors and Arteries to Prevent Stroke
• Back on His Feet: Patient Walks with Confidence After Vascular Surgery
• Blood Clots and Your Veins

Willard B. Campbell, MD, FACS, RPVI

Dr. Willard Campbell is a General and Vascular Surgeon with Premier Surgical in Knoxville, TN. He performs a variety of procedures including gallbladder removal and hernia repair as well as vascular and endovascular procedures including angioplasty, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, arterial venous fistula and graft placement and repair, and varicose vein treatment. Dr. Campbell is a founding partner of Premier Surgical and joined the practice in 1992.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: University of Tennessee, Knoxville
• MD: Emory University
• Residency: General Surgery, Emory University
• Board Certified: General Surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Certification: Registered Physician Vascular Interpretation in Ultrasound
• Member: Fellow, American College of Surgeons
• Positions Held: Chief of Staff, Parkwest Medical Center, 2012-2014, Chief of Staff-elect, Parkwest Medical Center, 2010-2012, Chief of Surgery, Parkwest Medical Center, 2003-2005, Chief of Medical Education, Parkwest Medical Center, 1993-1996
• Recognition: Cityview Magazine’s “Top Docs” 2024, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013
• Joined Premier Surgical: 1992

SPECIALTIES

General Surgery, Thyroid Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

OFFICE LOCATIONS

Parkwest Medical Center
The Tower at Parkwest
9430 Park West Boulevard, Suite 310
Knoxville, TN 37923
865.690.5263

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.588.8229

NEWS:

• When to Get Help for Acid Reflux
• Reflecting on Reflux: Attorney Finds Relief from Acid Reflux with Surgery
• Knoxville Medical Mission: Serving with Surgery
• Asking the Right Question: East TN Woman Glad She Opted for Tomosynthesis
• Premier Surgical Physicians Recognized as 2015 Top Docs

PATIENT FEEDBACK

• “Dr Campbell was very clear and open about the procedure and supportive of my overall health.”
• “Everyone was great, Dr. Campbell and his nurse in particular.”
• “Everything was ‘spot on’. Very professional and patient friendly.”
• “Overall the surgical experience was excellent. The staff at the office and hospital were friendly and helpful. Thanks to Dr. Campbell and staff!”

* Did you know we offer flat-fee packages for select Gallbladder and Hernia procedures? Visit our Premier Surgery Packages website to learn more.

Brian Garber, MD, FACS

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: University of North Carolina
• MD: Bowman Gray School of Medicine, Wake Forest University
• Residency: General Surgery, North Carolina Baptist Hospital; The Children’s Hospital, Boston, Mass.; The University of Tennessee Memorial Hospital, Knoxville
• Board Certified: General Surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Member: Fellow, American College of Surgeons
• Recognition: Cityview Magazine “Top Docs” 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011
• Joined Premier Surgical: 1988

SPECIALTIES

General Surgery, Laser Hemorrhoid Treatment

OFFICE LOCATION

Premier Surgical Hemorrhoid Treatment Center
Premier Surgical Papermill
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 120
Knoxville, TN 37919

PATIENT FEEDBACK

• “Dr. Garber was wonderful!”
• “Friendly and explained each step and procedure clearly.”

NEWS

• Premier Surgical Physicians Recognized as 2015 Top Docs
• Are hemorrhoid treatments covered by insurance?

Did you know we offer flat-fee packages for select Gallbladder and Hernia procedures? Visit our Premier Surgery Packages website to learn more.

Maksim V. Gusev, MD, RPVI

Dr. Maksim Gusev is a Fellowship-trained, Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon with Premier Surgical in Knoxville, TN. He operates at Fort Sanders Regional and Parkwest Medical Centers as well as the Premier Surgical Vascular Center on Papermill Drive. He performs a variety of vascular and endovascular procedures including angioplasty, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, arterial venous fistula and graft placement and repair, as well as varicose vein treatments. Dr. Gusev joined Premeir Surgical Associates in 2023.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: University of California, Davis
• MD: University of California, Davis
• Residency: General Surgery, RUHS/UCR Riverside, California
• Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, Loma Linda University Health, California
• Board Certified: Vascular Surgery
• Memberships: American College of Surgeons, American Medical Association, Society for Vascular Surgery
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2023

SPECIALTIES

Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

LOCATION

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.588.8229

Premier Vascular Oak Ridge Clinic
800 Oak Ridge Turnpike, #401A
Oak Ridge, TN, 37830
865.588.8229

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NEWS

• Quick Vascular Intervention Saves Knox Man’s Foot

VIDEOS

Learn more about Dr. Gusev in this introductory video.

David T. Kerekes, MD

Dr. David Kerekes is a Plastic Surgeon with Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, TN. He specializes in cosmetic surgeries of the breast, body, and face. He also performs a broad range of general and breast reconstructive procedures. Dr. Kerekes operates at the Premier Surgical Surgery Center, Tennova North Knoxville, as well as Parkwest and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Centers. He is board eligible with the American Board of Plastic Surgery and joined Premier Surgical Plastic Surgery in 2024.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: University of Florida, Gainesville
• MD: University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville
• Internship: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville
• Residency:  Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville
• Board Eligible: American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Professional Organizations:American Society of Plastic Surgeons; Southeastern Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons
•  Joined Premier Surgical: 2024

SPECIALTIES

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast, Body and Face

Click to visit the Premier Surgical Plastic Surgery website

OFFICE LOCATION

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 210
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.306.5680

VIDEOS

NEWS

David D. Lo, MD

Dr. David Lo is a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon with Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, TN. He performs complex breast and general reconstruction, as well as aesthetic surgery of the breasts and body. Dr. Lo operates at the Premier Surgical Surgery Center, Tennova North Knoxville, Parkwest and Fort Sanders Regional Medical Centers.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: Duke University, Durham, North Carolina
• MD: Tufts School of Medicine, Boston, Massachuesetts
• Internship: General Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
• Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, California
• Residency: General Surgery, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina
• Residency:  Plastic Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia
• Board Certified: American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Recognition: Cityview Magazine’s 2024 “Top Docs”; Cityview Magazine 2024 & 2023 Best of the Best Plastic Surgeon
• Practiced: 2018-2020, Knoxville, Tennessee
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2021

SPECIALTIES

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

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OFFICE LOCATION

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 210
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.306.5680

VIDEOS

Meet Dr. Lo!

PREMIER BREAST CANCER TEAM

Premier Surgical’s has a team of surgeons dedicated to Breast Cancer Care. Our individual approach includes the entire breast cancer journey from diagnosis, to surgical treatment, to reconstruction. Check out this video to learn more!

NEWS

• What You Should Know About Breast Reconstruction

J. Randolph Reisser, MD, FACS

Dr. J. Randolph Reisser is a General and Vascular Surgeon with Premier Surgical in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Reisser has practiced in the East TN area for more than 20 years. He has offices at Premier Surgical Papermill, Tennova Turkey Creek, Tennova North, Maryville and Newport.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• MD: University of Tennessee School of Medicine, Memphis
• Internship: Surgical, University of Tennessee, Memphis
• Residency: General Surgery, University of Tennessee, Memphis
• Fellowship: Peripheral Vascular Surgery, University of Tennessee, Memphis
• Board Certified: General Surgery and Vascular Surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Member: Fellow, American College of Surgeons; American Medical Association, Peripheral Vascular Surgery Society
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2018

SPECIALTIES

General Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

LOCATIONS

Premier Surgical Turkey Creek Medical Center
Physicians Plaza 1
10810 Parkside Drive, Suite G9
Knoxville, TN 37934
865.306.5820

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.306.5820

Premier Surgical North Knoxville
7714 Conner Road, Suite 103
Knoxville, TN 37849
865.306.5820

Premier Surgical Maryville
Summit Medical/Dr. Scott Gardner’s Office
603 Smithview Drive
Maryville, TN 37803
865.306.5820

Premier Surgical Newport
434 4th Street, #301
Newport, TN 37821
865.306.5820

NEWS

• Blount Co. Surgeon Offers Innovative Treatment for Carotid Artery Disease
• Dr. Reisser Joins Premier Surgical

Afshin Andrew Skibba, MD, FACS, FSVS, RPVI

Dr. Afshin Skibba is a Fellowship-trained vascular surgeon with Premier Surgical in Knoxville, TN. He specializes in minimally invasive treatment for vascular conditions including peripheral arterial disease, abdominal aortic aneurysm, carotid artery, varicose veins as well as limb salvage techniques. Dr. Skibba joined Premier Surgical in 2018.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: Syracuse University, Syracuse, NY
• MD: University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
• Internship: General Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
• Residency: General Surgery, East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine, Johnson City, TN
• Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN
• Board Certified: General Surgery & Vascular Surgery
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2018

SPECIALTIES

Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

OFFICE LOCATIONS

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.588.8229

Premier North Knoxville
7714 Conner Road, Suite 103
Powell, TN, 37849
865.588.8229

NEWS:

• Fast Stroke Treatment Puts Trucker on Road to Recovery
• Premier Surgical’s Dr. Skibba Explains TCAR
• TCAR: An Innovative Technique to Prevent Stroke
• Premier Surgical Associates Welcomes Dr. Skibba

TCAR

Dr. Skibba is designated as a TCAR Clinical Operator of Experience. This recognizes his commitment for improving cardiovascular artery disease using the Transcarotid Artery Revascularization procedure.

Transcarotid Artery Revascularization is a new treatment that reduces the risk of stroke in patients undergoing carotid artery surgery.

FROM DR. SKIBBA

“I treat every patient as though they are a close friend or family member.  I enjoy forming relationships with my patients, and helping them manage their vascular disease long-term.”

PATIENT COMMENTS:

• “I had a great experience with Dr. Skibba! He took the time to answer all my questions and was very kind an knowledgeable. Would highly recommend this vascular doctor!”
• “Dr. Skibba has improved my daily activities beyond my expectations. Super physician and surgeon. So glad he has joined your practice.
• “I think if we had asked Dr. Skibba to explain the same thing 100 times he would’ve explained it every time without blinking an eye. He is a wonderful doctor!

Dr. Skibba Videos

As we age, our veins can lose elasticity and affect the blood flow in our legs. When our veins don’t function it can cause pain, swelling, and it even make the veins in our legs twist and bugle. These are called “Varicose Veins.”  In this interview on the “Living East Tennessee” program on WATE TV-6, Vascular Surgeon Dr. Afshin Skibba of Premier Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, discusses how a medical grade “super glue” treatment called VenaSeal can veal and eliminate problem varicose veins.

Every year, almost 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke. Knowing the warning signs can help minimize your risk but recent, ground-breaking procedures in vascular surgery can even further reduce your chances of stroke. In this episode of Knoxville Medicine’s Doc Talk, host Rob Page, MD discusses TCAR or TransCarotid Artery Revascularization with Vascular Surgeon Afshin Skibba, MD of Premier Surgical. TCAR not only can lower the risk of stroke but this option can also reduce the risk of heart attack and has minimal blood loss.

In this episode of the Knoxville Academy of Medicine’s “Doc Talk” podcast, host Elise Denneny, MD discusses Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms (AAA) with Vascular Surgeon Afshin Skibba, MD of Premier Surgical. Learn the risk factors for AAA and new available treatments. Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms is often covered by Medicare

Dr. Skibba explains why Winter is the perfect time for Varicose Vein treatment on this episode of Living East Tennessee on WATE TV-6.

Knoxville Academy of Medicine Doc Talk with Dr. Afshin Skibba: What is Chronic Venous Insufficiency?

A new life-saving procedure is protecting patients from stroke and heart attack during Carotid Surgery. Vascular Surgeon Dr. Skibba explains the TCAR process to Kelly Parker on WATE  TV-6.

Dr. Afshin Skibba explains the symptoms, risk factors and treatments for Vascular Disease on WATE’s East TN Living program.

Dr. Skibba Discusses Varicose Veins on WATE’s East TN Living Show

Dr. Skibba’s talks PAD with the Swain Event guys during PAD Awareness Month

Meet Dr. Skibba!

Why see a vascular surgeon? Dr. Skibba explains.

CLINICAL RESEARCH:

• Skibba AA, Evans JR, Hopkins SP, Yoon HR, Katras T, Kalbfleisch JH, Rush DS. Reconsidering gender relative to risk of rupture in the contemporary management of abdominal aortic aneurysms. Journal of Vascular Surgery. 2015 Dec;62(6):1429-36. PubMed PMID: 26409846.
• Skibba AA, Evans JR, Greenfield DT, Yoon HR, Katras T, Ouriel K, Rush DS. Management of late main-body aortic endograft component uncoupling and type IIIa endoleak encountered with the Endologix Powerlink and AFX platforms. Journal of Vascular Surgery. 2015 Oct;62(4):868-75. PMID: 26141699.
• Skibba AA, West MR, Evans JR, Hopkins SP, Maltais S, Rush DS. Aspergillus thromboembolism from a mycotic ascending aortic pseudoaneurysm. Journal of Vascular Surgery Cases. 2015 Jun; 1(2): 94–96.
• Testerman GM, Anderson DR, Beatty JS, Skibba AA, Al-Balbissi LA, O’Neal JW, Barcel A, Heim TR. All-terrain Vehicle Accident Trends at a Tennessee Trauma Center in 2014. The American Surgeon. 2015 Mar;81(3):128-9. PMID: 25760191.
• Zehetner J, Ravari F, Ayazi S, Skibba A, Darehzereshki A, Pelipad D, Mason RJ, Katkhouda N, Lipham JC. Minimally Invasive Surgical Approach for the Treatment of Gastroparesis. Surgical Endoscopy. 2013 Jan; 27(1): 61-66. PMID: 22752276.
• Zimmerman MA, Kelly MA, Campsen J, Mandell MS, Wachs M, Bak T, Skibba A, Lancaster B, Kam I. The Influence of OKT3 Therapy on Hepatocellular Carcinoma Recurrence following Liver Transplantation. Clinical Transplantation. 2010 Jul-Aug; 24(4): 103-108. PMID: 20030681.
• Zimmerman M. A., Trotter J. F., Wachs M., Bak T., Campsen J., Skibba A, Kam I.. Sirolimus-Based Immunosuppression Following Liver Transplantation for Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Liver Transplantation. 2008 Mar; 14(5): 633-638. PMID: 18324656.

Stephen A. Tonks, MD, RPVI

Dr. Stephen Tonks is a Fellowship-trained, Board-Certified Vascular Surgeon with Premier Surgical in Knoxville, TN. He operates at Fort Sanders Regional and Parkwest Medical Centers and the Premier Surgical Vascular & Vein Center.  He performs a variety of vascular and endovascular procedures including angioplasty, abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, arterial venous fistula and graft placement and repair, as well as varicose vein treatment.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• BS: Auburn University, summa cum laude
• MD: University of Alabama School of Medicine, Birmingham
• Residency: General Surgery, University of Tennessee Medical Center
• Fellowship: Vascular Surgery, University of Tennessee Medical Center
• Board Certified: General Surgery and Vascular Surgery, American Board of Surgery
• Recognition: Cityview magazine’s “Top Docs” 2024
• Joined Premier Surgical: 2020

SPECIALTIES

Endovascular Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Vascular Access, Varicose Veins

LOCATIONS

Premier Surgical Papermill Drive
6408 Papermill Drive, Suite 200
Knoxville, TN 37919
865.588.8229

Lenoir City
576 Fort Loudoun Medical Center Drive, Suite 106
Lenoir City, TN, 37772
865.588.8229

NEWS

• Meet Dr. Tonks – the Newest Member of the Premier Vascular & Vein Center Team!

VIDEOS

Meet Dr. Tonks!

Premier Vascular Surgeon Dr. Stephen Tonks explains why early detection and intervention is critical for those at risk of dangerous Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).