Another Record Breaking Month at PRMA – October 2018

PSTM 2018 Shared Decision Making Presentation Recap July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin PRMA’s Dr. Minas Chrysopoulo had the privilege of joining Dr. Hani Sbitany, Terri Coutee and Kristin Litz to discuss the importance of shared decision-making at Plastic Surgery the Meeting 2018. “Once upon a time, I’d tell a patient their breast reconstruction […]

How Tissue Expanders are Used in Conjunction with DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin How are tissue expanders used in with DIEP flap breast reconstruction? Tissue expanders are most commonly used in patients seeking implant reconstruction. However, in select situations, tissue expanders can be placed prior to DIEP flap breast reconstruction.  […]

PRMA Now Offering Lymphedema Surgery and Breast Reconstruction Options to Corpus Christi, Texas July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Where can you go for breast reconstruction in Corpus Christi, Texas? We are excited to announce we are expanding again!  We are now offing our breast reconstruction and lymphedema surgery expertise to Corpus Christi, Texas. Dr. Ramon Garza III will be […]

PRMA Patient Awarded ASPS’s Patient of Courage Award July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin We are proud to announce former PRMA patient—Terri Coutee of DIEP C Foundation—has been awarded the American Society of Plastic Surgeon’s Patient of Courage Award for 2018! The Patients of Courage: Triumph Over Adversity program honors reconstructive plastic surgery […]

The Breast Advocate® App July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Is there a free app with breast cancer surgery and breast reconstruction information PRMA recommends? Yes! The world’s first shared decision-making app for breast cancer patients and those at high risk (eg BRCA, strong family history), their loved ones, and healthcare team has officially […]

Prevena – Preventative Wound Care Dressing Following Breast Reconstruction Surgery July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin Is there anything that can prevent wound healing problems caused by breast reconstruction surgery? For majority of patients undergoing breast reconstruction, surgical incisions will heal up normally.  In rare cases, it may be necessary to seek additional therapy for wound […]

Fat Grafting – An Important Tool in Breast Reconstruction July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin What is fat grafting? Fat grafting is a procedure that has been around for many years. It is widely used in breast reconstruction surgery today. it can correct partial breast defects after lumpectomy it is used in conjunction with […]

Breast Reconstruction Words of Wisdom July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin How can you prepare for breast reconstruction surgery?  Planning for breast reconstruction can feel overwhelming. Not knowing what to expect or how to prepare for surgery can lead to undue stress. We reached out to a wonderful group of ladies and had […]

Sleeping Comfortably After Breast Reconstruction Surgery July 20, 2020 Share on Facebook Twitter Linkedin It is important to get plenty of rest following breast reconstruction surgery to help aid the healing process. But it can be difficult to get yourself comfortable for a good night’s sleep. As with any surgery, you may experience some discomfort […]