Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin A few months ago I was approached by a young lady I had only had the pleasure of speaking to via phone and email. Her name was Angie and she was interested in the DIEP flap breast reconstruction. I chatted with her a little about the surgery, and because she […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin If I know I will have to have radiation, and I want DIEP flap reconstruction, should I have immediate or delayed breast reconstruction? Great question! If you are anticipating radiation treatments as part of your breast cancer treatment after your mastectomy, most plastic surgeons recommend diep flap reconstruction be delayed […]
Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin PRMA Plastic Surgery has hit another milestone and it’s one for the record books! As of January 19, 2015, our surgeons have performed over 6,500 breast reconstruction surgeries with over 5,500 being microsurgical (free flap) procedures. “It’s wonderful to know so many lives have been changed by reconstructive breast surgery, and I am […]
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 […]
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