5 Common Breast Reconstruction Myths
Breast reconstruction surgery continues to help many women rebuild the shape and size of their breasts, while also boosting their confidence after they have undergone a mastectomy to treat and/or prevent breast cancer. Our board-certified plastic surgeons understand that some women may be hesitant to go forward with breast reconstruction surgery due to some misinformation circulating about the procedure. For […]
Continue ReadingBreast Reconstruction Awareness Day
This October was the first ever BRA — Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day. This day was designed to educate women about options after mastectomy. BRA Day was created in response to a recent statistic that revealed 7 out of 10 women are unaware of their options for breast reconstruction after a mastectomy. A lack of information about reconstructive options can make an […]
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Surviving Is Half the Battle: Your Breast Reconstruction Options
Surviving breast cancer can be a combination of physical and emotional stress that can try even the strongest of women. While many insurance companies offer coverage for breast cancer treatment, the financial strain is only part of the equation. Many women are unsure how to put their lives and bodies back together after facing breast cancer. In 1998, the Women’s […]
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Study Shows Immediate Reconstruction Is Safe After Mastectomy, says ASPS
Immediate breast reconstruction is a safe option for women who are undergoing mastectomy. This study suggests that immediate breast reconstruction does not necessarily increase the risk of complications after mastectomy or the ability to detect cancer recurrence. Having breast reconstruction after mastectomy is a very personal decision and every patient has unique needs. As it is, we recommend that patients […]
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Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy – Getting Back Into Shape
The month of October has been declared as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As the month ends, we would like to pay tribute to the brave women who survived breast cancer. Statistic shows that this disease affects millions of women all over the globe. When left untreated, this disease can have fatal consequences. However, early diagnosis and proper treatment can greatly […]
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Deputy Fights Cancer Gene with Reconstructive Breast Surgery
Stephanie Barge, 27, is a deputy with the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Department — and a carrier of the breast-cancer gene. She recently had a mastectomy and reconstruction to dramatically reduce her risk of developing breast cancer. Without the surgery, her odds of getting breast cancer were up to 85 percent, according to Dr. John A.P. Rimmer of Jupiter Medical Center. […]
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