Premier Radiology

05/26/2025

Please take a moment today to quietly honor those heroes who gave their lives for our country.

04/17/2025

If you've tried injections and other conservative treatment for your plantar fasciitis and you're still hurting, then our interventional radiologists may be able to help. Have your healthcare provider send a referral to the Premier Interventional Radiology Clinic by calling (662) 377-7941. Let us help you take the steps to feeling better.

Serving Tupelo and surrounding area since 1939, Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

01/31/2025

Premier Radiology would like to congratulate Keri Phillips, RA, for recently completing her advanced training and passing her exam to become a Registered Radiologist Assistant.

Radiologist Assistants work under the supervision of a radiologist. They are a valuable part of the medical team performing many procedures that a radiologist would otherwise do. Radiologist Assistants assess and manage patients and perform specific clinical and radiology procedures.

Keri received her B.S. in Radiologic Science from the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson and obtained her Master of Science in Radiologic Science from Weber State University in Ogden, UT.

Serving Tupelo and surrounding area since 1939, Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

08/27/2024

Premier Radiology welcomes Evan Blair, MD. He joins us after completing his fellowship training in musculoskeletal/sports radiology at Alabama Orthopedic Imaging in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Blair received his bachelor’s degree from Mississippi State University. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine from the University of Mississippi School of Medicine in Jackson where he also completed an internship in Internal Medicine and a residency in Diagnostic Radiology.

Serving Tupelo and surrounding area since 1939, Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

02/28/2024

A compression fracture is a type of fracture or break in your vertebrae. The most common cause of a compression fracture is osteoporosis. Risk factors for compression fractures include:

a. Female
b. Over 50 years of age
c. Menopause
d. Family history of osteoporosis
e. Low body weight
f. Height loss
g. History of broken bones

The more risk factors you have, the greater your chance of getting a compression fracture. You should speak with your primary care provider about steps you can take to prevent compression fracture. If you would like more information about compression fractures and their treatments, please visit our website www.premier-radiology.com.

Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

02/22/2024

Compression fractures can be very painful. The signs and symptoms can vary, but normally include the following:
a. Sudden onset of back pain
b. Standing or walking makes the pain worse
c. Some pain relief when lying down
d. Bending and twisting increases the pain
e. Loss of height
f. Spinal deformity
If you or someone you know experiences three or more of these symptoms, you should see your primary healthcare provider. Treatment is available. If you would like more information about compression fractures and their treatments, please visit our website www.premier-radiology.com.

Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

02/20/2024

Compression fractures can be very painful. The signs and symptoms can vary, but normally include the following:
a. Sudden onset of back pain
b. Standing or walking makes the pain worse
c. Some pain relief when lying down
d. Bending and twisting increases the pain
e. Loss of height
f. Spinal deformity

If you or someone you know experiences two or more of these symptoms, you should see your primary healthcare provider for a referral to the Premier Interventional Radiology Clinic. Treatment is available. If you would like more information about compression fractures and their treatments, please visit our website at www.premier-radiology.com.

Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.

12/24/2023

06/29/2023

The Premier Interventional Radiology Clinic is looking for a receptionist/medical scheduler to work on an "as needed" basis. This person should be able to work in a fast-paced environment, have the ability to multi-task, be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel, be self-motivated and enjoy working with people. The successful candidate will have healthcare experience as a receptionist and a compassionate attitude toward patients and their families. Familiarization with EPIC is a definite plus. Send your resume to marketing@healthgroup.net.

04/04/2023

Our three Interventional Radiology physicians are Richard Arriola, MD, Jeff Howard, MD, and Amanda Johnson, DO. Our interventionalists perform a variety of procedures including biopsies, uterine fibroid embolization, cancer treatments, kyphoplasty for compression fractures in the spine, angioplasty and stent placement, fluid and abscess drainage, line and tube placement, and others. To learn more about interventional radiology, go to https://premier-radiology.com/interventional-radiology. North Mississippi Health Services North Mississippi Medical Center-Iuka North Mississippi Medical Center - Tupelo North Mississippi Medical Center-Hamilton North Mississippi Medical Center-Pontotoc North Mississippi Medical Center-West Point North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore-Amory Imaging

02/15/2023

Premier Radiology’s neuroradiologists are Keith Andrews, MD and Robert Becker, MD. They interpret a wide variety of radiology exams, but specialize in the interpretation of x-rays, MRI and CT exams of the brain, spine and spinal cord, peripheral nerves and face and neck.. Many times, they are called upon to diagnose strokes, tumors, genetic conditions, aneurysms, dementia and other neurological disorders. They also perform angiograms which detect abnormalities or blockages in the blood vessels. To find out more about Premier Radiology, go to www.premier-radiology.com. North Mississippi Health Services North Mississippi Medical Center - Tupelo North Mississippi Medical Center-Pontotoc North Mississippi Medical Center-West Point North Mississippi Medical Center Gilmore-Amory Choctaw Regional Medical Center Winston Medical Center Monroe Regional Hospital North Mississippi Medical Center-Hamilton North Mississippi Medical Center-Iuka

Premier Radiology is continuously improving the health of the people we serve by providing exceptional diagnostic and interventional radiology services.