July 09, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What are the many breast reconstruction options? Breast reconstruction is an option available to most women facing mastectomy or living without a breast. Having restorative breast surgery is a very personal decision. While some patients prefer to forego reconstruction, studies show it can provide profound physical and emotional benefits. There […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin How to become a patient advocate for breast reconstruction? There is nothing like a supporting hand—especially one from someone who has had a similar experience. This hand can provide strength, hope, love, and care when you need it most. At PRMA, we encourage the remarkable women who have journeyed […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin “Ultimately we know deeply that the other side of every fear is freedom.” –Marilyn Ferguson You have been diagnosed with breast cancer. You are told you must undergo a mastectomy. You are fed the largest meal of cancer information you could possibly digest; you stand full and exhausted with eager […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What are common breast reconstruction terms you should know? DIEP Flap The DIEP Flap is the most advanced form of reconstruction available today! The operation uses the patient’s own abdominal skin and fat to reconstruct a natural, warm, and soft breast after a mastectomy. Unlike the TRAM flap, the […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin How can meditation help after breast cancer? Guest speaker Andrea Kassen, RN joined our Pink Ladies meeting this week and led the group through a few different mindful meditation exercises. Having never meditated before, I was intrigued to learn more about the practice and discover its benefits. So, what is […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What are common myths surrounding breast reconstruction? Myth #1 You’ll need to wait until after the mastectomy before having breast reconstruction. FALSE! Immediate breast reconstruction can usually be performed at the same time as the mastectomy and generally leads to the best cosmetic results. Most women with early breast cancer […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin We are conducting a research study involving women with a family history of breast cancer. The goal of the research study is to improve the lives of women with inherited susceptibility to breast cancer through greater understanding and knowledge of what causes this increased risk of breast cancer. Our research […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What are patient satisfaction rates after implant and flap breast reconstruction? A study presented at the American Society of Plastic Surgery’s annual meeting shows women who choose to replace their existing breast implants with autologous tissue (flaps) are reporting significant improvements in their overall satisfaction with the breast reconstruction process. The […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What should you consider when choosing your breast reconstruction surgeon? Choosing your breast reconstruction surgeon is just as important as deciding on the type of reconstructive surgery to have. Here are 5 things to consider when deciding on which surgeon is right for you: 1) Your surgeon should be […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin The physicians and staff of PRMA celebrated the 20th anniversary of Dr. Peter Ledoux and Dr. Steven Pisano Friday night at the La Cantera Grille. The PRMA team was honored to recognize such an amazing accomplishment for the founders of PRMA who started the practice in 1994. A 1920’s theme […]
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