Peripheral Arterial Disease is Leg Pain Not to Ignore
Leg pain is a common ailment that many of us experience, but what if it’s more than just a simple ache? Ignoring leg pain can be dangerous, especially if you’re over 50, a smoker, or have a history of high blood pressure or high cholesterol. It’s easy to brush off leg pain as a normal […]
Ground Breaking GERD Treatment
Most people experience acid reflux every now and then, but if it occurs more than twice a week and is persistent, a doctor may diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease. GERD is a long-term condition in which acid from the stomach comes into the esophagus, causing painful heartburn and other symptoms and possible tissue damage. Doctors often […]
Peripheral Arterial Disease – Lifestyle Changes Help
Dr. Billy Kim, a Vascular Surgeon with The Surgical Clinic, treats patients with Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). People with PAD normally experience some sort of pain in their legs. Sometimes this pain occurs while at rest and sometimes during times of activity. Understanding your risk factors for PAD can help patients change some aspects of […]
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Surgery!
By The Surgical Clinic A group of Middle Tennessee Surgeons founded The Surgical Clinic in the summer of 1997, making this the year to celebrate the 20th anniversary year of the practice. Today, the practice has grown, attracting many of Nashville’s brightest surgical stars. Over the years Surgeons have been drawn to the practice by […]