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Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE): A Minimally Invasive Alternative for Chronic Knee Pain Relief
Millions of Americans struggle with chronic knee pain caused by osteoarthritis, inflammation, and degenerative joint disease. For many, everyday activities like walking, climbing stairs, exercising, or simply enjoying time with family become increasingly difficult....
May is National Stroke Awareness Month: Understanding Carotid Artery Disease
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, a critical time to educate patients about one of the leading—and often silent—causes of stroke: carotid artery disease. At Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, we specialize in diagnosing and treating this...
Why Early Vascular Treatment Matters for Preventing Limb Loss
Recognizing Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month Each April, Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month shines a light on the millions of people affected by limb loss and the importance of education, prevention, and timely medical care. At Premier Vascular...
Don’t Leave Vein Health to Luck: Why Early Screening Matters
March brings longer days, a hint of spring—and St. Patrick’s Day festivities across East Tennessee. While four-leaf clovers and lucky charms are fun, your circulation shouldn’t be something you “hope” will turn out fine. This month, Premier Vascular & Vein Center...
New Year, New Legs: Start 2026 with Better Vein Health
As we welcome 2026, many people are recommitting to healthier habits, and vein health should be part of that conversation. Whether you’ve struggled with leg pain, swelling, or visible spider and varicose veins, the new year is the perfect time to act. At Premier...
Why Cold Weather Is the Perfect Time for Vein Treatment & Compression Stockings
When temperatures drop in East Tennessee, most of us reach for long pants, cozy socks, and boots. But winter is also the ideal time to finally take care of those painful, swollen, or unsightly veins you’ve been putting off. At Premier Vascular & Vein Center in...
Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE): A Minimally Invasive Breakthrough for Chronic Knee Pain
Living with chronic knee pain can be life-altering, limiting mobility, independence, and quality of life. For many people, knee replacement surgery may feel like the only solution, but what if there were a minimally invasive alternative that could reduce inflammation...
Celebrating Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month: The Role of Vascular Ultrasound in Saving Lives
October is recognized as Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month, a time to highlight the critical role ultrasound technology plays in modern healthcare. At Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, ultrasound is one of the most important diagnostic tools we use...
A New Addition to Our Team: Meet Dr. Andrew D. Kropilak
We’re proud to introduce one of the newest members of our team here at Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, TN: Andrew D. Kropilak, MD, RPVI. Dr. Kropilak is a fellowship-trained vascular surgeon who brings advanced expertise in treating complex vascular...
Recognizing PAD Awareness Month: What You Need to Know
September is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on a condition that affects millions of Americans but often goes undiagnosed. At Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, our fellowship-trained vascular surgeons...