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Limb Loss is Scary, But We Are Here to Guide You

Halloween is known for its spooky decorations and haunted houses, but one fear that is all too real for many people is the prospect of losing a limb. At Premier Surgical Prosthetic Center in Knoxville, TN, we understand that limb loss can be an overwhelming and frightening experience. However, we want you to know that […]

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Meet Our Prosthetist: Introducing Hannah Howington, CPO

Meet Our Prosthetist: Introducing Hannah Howington, CPO Premier Surgical Prosthetic Center in Knoxville is pleased to introduce Hannah Howington, Certified Prosthetist Orthotist (CPO), an integral part of our team. Her dedication, expertise, and compassionate care contribute greatly to the life-changing transformations we facilitate every day. Hannah Howington, CPO, is a true gem in the field […]

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Facing Amputation? Premier Prosthetic Center Can Prepare You

Facing an amputation is particularly challenging, but the team at Premier Prosthetic Center in Knoxville is here to support, educate, and prepare you with the ultimate goal of providing for your prosthetic needs once your limb has healed. It is important to understand the type of amputation surgery that you will have as this will […]

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Premier Prosthetic Center Team Helps Bahamas Amputee Walk Again

A Bahamas grandfather is back on his feet for the first time in years, thanks to the efforts of a Knoxville business man and the team at the Premier Surgical Prosthetic Center. “God is good! It’s amazing how God brings people together,” says 54-year old Darren Pinder of Eleuthra, Bahamas. “I can’t believe how a […]

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Knoxville 5FIVE15 Fun Run to Benefit Amputee Athletes

Seventeen-year-old DJ Vanderwerf loves to run. The Sweetwater teen enjoys competing in 5K road races and continuously challenges himself to improve his speed and race times. “I’m active and always on the go. I believe you can do anything you want if you put your mind to it,” says Vanderwerf. Running hasn’t always been a […]

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Vitality Restored: The Science of Prosthetic Patient Care

By Carey Bunch/ CPO/L Prosthetist/Orthotist I had a choice to make: Did I want to design things, build things, and develop new technology? Or did I want to go into the medical field and help people? My two interests were leading me in opposite directions . . . until I discovered the field of prosthetics. […]

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