Vascular & Vein Videos
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Awareness
PAD is a dangerous condition, that left undiagnosed and untreated, can lead to stroke, heart attack, and limb loss. Vascular Surgeon Dr. Andrew Kropilak with Premier Surgical Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, explains the symptoms and risk factors in this “Living East Tennessee” segment on WATE-TV 6.
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Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE) for Knee Pain
Vascular Surgeon Dr. Stephen Tonks of Premier Vascular and Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, explains GAE (Genicular Artery Embolization) a new, non-surgical treatment for knee pain in post-total knee replacement patients, hemarthrosis, and chronic knee pain in non-operative candidates. GAE reduces pain and inflammation by blocking blood flow to abnormal blood vessels in the knee. Most patient experience pain relief within 2 weeks. Relief from GAE can last a least a year.
East Tennessee’s Vascular Care Experts
Vascular surgeons spend an average of 11 years studying the circulatory system. The board-certified surgeons of Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, TN, are experts in diagnosing and treating damaged arteries and veins.
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Who is at risk of dangerous AAA
Premier Vascular Surgeon Dr. Maksim Gusev explains why Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm is one of the most dangerous vascular conditions in this interview on WATE TV-6’s East Tennessee Living program.
What is an Abdominal Aoritc Aneurysm?
Fellowship-trained, Board-certified Premier Vascular Surgeon C. Scott Callicutt, MD, FACS, RPVI discuss Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA), how dangerous it is, its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
Treatment for Varicose Veins
When our veins don’t function properly they can twist and swell. These are called “varicose veins.” In this “Living East Tennessee” interview on WATE TV-6, Vascular Surgeon Dr. Afshin Skibba of Premier Vascular and Vein in Center in Knoxville, TN, discusses a new vein treatment called VenaSeal that uses a medical grade super glue to eliminate painful varicose veins without heat or surgery.
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and the importance of early detection
Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a common yet serious condition that affects the blood vessels, especially those in the legs. PAD occurs when fatty deposits build up in the arteries that supply blood to your limbs, narrowing them and reducing blood flow. Dr. Stephen Tonks, Vascular Surgeon with Premier Vascular and Vein Center, explains PAD and the importance of early detection.
Free Vascular Screenings for Local Heroes
To honor our Veterans, Fire, Police, and First Responders, Premier Vascular & Vein Center is offering free Vascular Screenings on November 4, 2023. In this segment on WATE TV-6, Premier Vascular Surgeon Dr. Deanna Nelson explains how these screenings can help detect 3 types of dangerous vascular disease.
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Premier Vascular Surgeon Dr. Stephen Tonks outlines in this WATE TV-6 interview why early detection and intervention for those at risk of Peripheral Arterial Disease or PAD can help save your leg and life.