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Patient Shares Premier Surgery Center Hernia Surgery Experience
At Premier Surgical Surgery Center in Knoxville, TN, we pride ourselves on providing top-notch care and ensuring our patients feel supported every step of the way. Recently, we had the privilege of speaking with Michael Dunning, a retired Patient Transporter from...
UV Safety Month: Protecting Your Skin and Health This Summer
July is UV Safety Month, a crucial time to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays. As the sun shines brighter and we spend more time outdoors, it’s essential to understand how UV exposure can...
Understanding Perianal Skin Tags: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Perianal skin tags are a common yet often misunderstood condition affecting many individuals. These small, benign growths of skin around the anal area can cause discomfort and concern, but with proper understanding and treatment, they can be managed effectively. At...
National Hernia Awareness Month: Symptoms and Treatments You Need to Know
June is National Hernia Awareness Month, a time to bring attention to a common yet often misunderstood condition. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN, we can help shine a light on important information about hernias, their...
Tips for Traveling with Hemorrhoids
Traveling can be an exciting experience, but for those dealing with hemorrhoids, it can also bring about additional discomfort and challenges. Whether you’re embarking on a long road trip, flying across the country, or even just spending a day out exploring new...
Meet Dr. C. Schilling Nechtman – a general surgeon with the Premier Surgical at Parkwest Medical Center office in Knoxville, TN
We are thrilled to welcome the newest member to our team of general surgery experts at Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, TN. Dr. C. Schilling Nechtman is a skilled general surgeon specializing in robotic, laparoscopic, and traditional surgical methods. His...
Skin Cancer Melanoma Month: Why Early Detection is Key
May is recognized globally as Skin Cancer Awareness Month, with a special focus on melanoma, one of the deadliest forms of skin cancer. At Premier Surgical Associates in Knoxville, Cleveland, and Johnson City, TN, we are committed to educating our community about the...
Mother’s Day Comfort: Exploring IRC Hemorrhoid Treatments for New Moms
Motherhood is a beautiful journey, but it comes with its own set of physical challenges, especially for new moms. One common but seldom-discussed issue many new mothers face is hemorrhoids. These painful, swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus can be a significant...
Quick Vascular Intervention Saves Knox Man’s Foot
Just after Thanksgiving weekend 2023, South Knoxville native Mike Campbell felt sudden numbness and pain in his right foot. His wife, Amy, recalls watching Mike’s foot grow visibly worse over the weekend. She says, “His foot was gray and cold, and he was in pain. A...
Care at Home Program Helps Knox Woman After Surgery
One evening in May 2023, west Knoxville resident Kathy Parlon experienced excruciating abdominal pain. “I have celiac disease, so until I was doubled over in pain, any symptoms I had were kind of like I ate something that disagreed with me — but worse,” she recalls....