by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | May 7, 2025 | Carotid Artery Disease
Stroke Awareness Month: How Vascular Health Impacts Stroke Prevention May is Stroke Awareness Month, a time to educate our community on the risks, signs, and prevention of one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability in the U.S. While many associate...
by Premier Vascular & Vein Center Staff | May 10, 2022 | News, Vascular Disease
What is CAD?Coronary artery disease (CAD) may not always cause symptoms, but it is one of the major risk factors for stroke. CAD develops when there is a buildup of plaque in the arteries that deliver oxygen-rich blood to your brain and head. Plaque causes blockage or...
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...
