by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Nov 1, 2023 | Vascular Disease
To honor local heroes, Premier Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville, is offering free vascular screenings for Veterans, Police, Fire, and Rescue Personnel ages 50 and older on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, from 8am – 12pm. The screening includes a simple vascular...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | May 19, 2023 | News, Vascular Disease
Diagnosing Carotid Artery Disease Carotid artery disease is a serious condition that affects the blood vessels that supply oxygen and nutrients to the brain. If left untreated, it can lead to stroke, heart attack, and other serious health problems. Testing for carotid...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Feb 23, 2023 | News, Vascular Disease
Carotid artery disease is a major cause of stroke. Maryville Vascular Surgeon Dr. J. Randolph Reisser is using a new, less-invasive technology called TransCarotid Artery Revascularization (TCAR) to treat carotid stenosis and reduce the possibility of stroke in...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Jul 14, 2021 | Uncategorized, Vascular Disease
Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death for Americans. Untreated carotid artery disease can lead to stroke. Premier Surgical Vascular Surgeon Dr. Scott Callicutt explains how to manage your risk factors and treat carotid artery disease in this interview on WATE...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | Jun 1, 2021 | News
The Vascular Surgeons of Premier Surgical Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville want you to be aware that one in three strokes are caused by carotid artery disease. About Carotid Artery Disease Carotid artery disease occurs when something obstructs your carotid...