Premier Vascular and Vein Center

11/24/2025

🦃 Thanksgiving Holiday Closure Notice 🍁

In celebration of Thanksgiving, Premier Vascular & Vein Center will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 so our team can enjoy the holiday with their loved ones.

We will reopen on Monday, December 1 for normal business hours.

If you need to request an appointment, you can still do so anytime online at 👉 https://bit.ly/3wM5Vxn

From all of us at Premier Vascular & Vein Center, we wish you a safe, happy, and healthy Thanksgiving! 🧡

11/20/2025

Kudos to our Premier Vascular Director Josh Lee for receiving the 2025 Society for Vascular Ultrasound Leadership Award!

Congratulations to the SVU 2025 Leadership Award winners: Josh Lee, MBA RVT FSVU and Patrick Washko, BSRT RDMS RVT RPhS FSVU. This award is given to individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to the Society of Vascular Ultrasound (SVU).

Check out award details here: https://zurl.co/YisQt

11/19/2025

If chronic knee pain is limiting your mobility or keeping you from the activities you love, Genicular Artery Embolization (G*E) may be the minimally invasive solution you’ve been hoping for.

G*E targets the tiny inflamed arteries around the knee that contribute to osteoarthritis pain. By reducing blood flow to these overactive vessels, the procedure helps decrease inflammation — often providing lasting relief without major surgery.

👨‍⚕️ Dr. Stephen A. Tonks, MD, RPVI, board-certified vascular surgeon at Premier Vascular & Vein Center, explains how G*E works in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4r5oLeZ

If knee pain is interfering with your daily life, this advanced vascular procedure could be a game-changer.

📞 Call (865) 588-8229
💻 Or schedule online at: https://bit.ly/3WZA0I7

11/18/2025

🩸 November is National Diabetes Month — and your vascular health matters more than you think!

Did you know that diabetes and vascular disease are closely connected? High blood sugar can damage blood vessels over time, leading to poor circulation, slow-healing wounds, and an increased risk of heart attack or stroke.

At Premier Vascular & Vein Center, our board-certified vascular surgeons specialize in early diagnosis and advanced treatments — from minimally invasive procedures like angioplasty and stenting to non-surgical vein treatments such as sclerotherapy and laser therapy.

Our goal is simple: restore healthy blood flow and protect your limbs and life.

If you or a loved one have diabetes, now is the perfect time to schedule a vascular evaluation.
📞 Call (865) 588-8229 or book online at https://bit.ly/4r0Gjcb

11/17/2025

Sharing our Vascular Expertise is part of our mission! Premier Surgical Vascular Services Director Josh Lee, MBA, RVT, FSVU, recently presented at the annual Faces of PAD Ultrasound and Vascular Conference in Chattanooga. He discussed Carotid Disease and Stroke Prevention and demonstrated how to use ultrasound as a diagnostic tool. Kudos, Josh!

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Heroes This Veterans Day 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our nation. Your courage, dedication, and strength inspire us every day.

At Premier Vascular & Vein Center, we are profoundly grateful for the freedoms your service protects — and we proudly salute all who have worn the uniform.

From our team to every veteran in East Tennessee and beyond — thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your unwavering commitment to our country. ❤️🤍💙

11/05/2025

💙 What Are Varicose Veins — and How Can We Help? 💙
Varicose veins are diseased veins that often appear twisted, bulging, and dark purple or blue beneath the skin. They occur when tiny valves inside your veins become damaged or weak, allowing blood to pool in your legs instead of flowing back to your heart.

You may notice:
➡️ Leg pain or burning
➡️ Swelling and heaviness
➡️ Aching or throbbing
➡️ Skin discoloration or ulcers

You’re not alone — over 40 million Americans are affected by vein disease. The good news? You don’t have to live with it.

At Premier Vascular & Vein Center, our board-certified vascular surgeons offer minimally invasive, advanced treatments to restore healthy blood flow and improve your leg health — so you can get back to doing what you love.

✨ From Radiofrequency Ablation and VenaSeal to Sclerotherapy and Varithena, we have solutions that work.

📞 Call (865) 588-8229 or schedule your consultation online: https://bit.ly/3wM5Vxn

10/31/2025

🎃 Happy Halloween from Premier Vascular & Vein Center! 👻

We hope your night is filled with spooky fun, laughter, and treats! 🍬🕸️

As you enjoy the festivities, remember to stay safe—watch out for trick-or-treaters, keep walkways well-lit, and take care of your veins and arteries by keeping that blood flowing strong! 💪🩸

From all of us at Premier Vascular & Vein Center, have a safe, healthy, and happy Halloween! 🎃🦇🧡

10/23/2025

Happy Ultrasound Awareness Month to our expert team of Premier Vascular Ultrasound Technologists! Ultrasound is vital tool for diagnosing and treating Vascular Disease. Thank you for the dedication and care you provide for our patients every day!

10/21/2025

🌟 Celebrating Medical Assistants Recognition Week 2025! 🌟

This week, we’re sending heartfelt thanks to the dedicated medical assistants at Premier Vascular & Vein Center — your expertise, compassion, and hard work make a world of difference in patient care. 💙🩺

Whether you’re scheduling appointments, helping patients in the exam room, managing records, or supporting our surgeons behind the scenes — you are essential, valued, and appreciated every single day!

10/16/2025

⭐ October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month!

At Premier Vascular & Vein Center in Knoxville, we’re celebrating the life-saving power of vascular ultrasound — a safe, painless, and non-invasive tool that helps our specialists detect blood clots, blockages, and aneurysms before they become serious.

Our on-site vascular ultrasound lab, staffed by expert Registered Vascular Technologists (RVTs), provides fast, accurate results — allowing our board-certified vascular surgeons to diagnose and treat conditions quickly, helping restore circulation and prevent complications.

💙 Early detection saves limbs and lives.

📖 Read the full story: https://bit.ly/43iT7jN

10/15/2025

Premier Vascular Surgeon Dr. Afshin Skibba is one of the first physicians in Knoxville to use a Spur retrievable stent. This self-expanding stent leaves nothing behind that could eventually cause scar tissue. Dr. Skibba marks the milestone with members of the Premier Surgical Vascular Center Team.

Knoxville's largest group of Vascular Surgeons specializing in treatment of vascular conditions and varicose veins. We restore healthy legs!