Jan 17, 2023 | Ask the Doctor, DIEP Procedure
Q: Hello. I am planning on having a double mastectomy with immediate diep flap reconstruction. The issue is that I have stage 1 invasive ductal carcinoma with a 12mm lump in my left breast. I won’t know if I will need radiation until after surgery. I was told by my...
Jan 6, 2023 | Breast Cancer Recovery, Recovery, Recovery Journey
At the beginning of any new year, a lot of us set goals to achieve in the days, weeks, and months ahead. But, did you know that one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions can also positively impact your surgical experience? While getting in shape can seem like a...
Jan 3, 2023 | Breast Cancer Recovery, In her Words
I had the pleasure of talking with Ann Ramsdell, a master-certified life coach specializing in coaching and providing emotional support for breast cancer patients. We discussed her journey as a breast cancer survivor and women’s health advocate, as well as her...
Nov 21, 2022 | Ask the Doctor
It’s time for open enrollment time for most insurance providers! We get a lot of questions this time of the year about insurance choices and what might be the most advantageous to our current and future patients in the coming year. Don’t let the opportunity pass you...
Oct 13, 2022 | Ask the Doctor, Health & Wellness
Question: Does the nipple size change when you go on hormones for mtf or can that be changed during surgery? Answer: That hormone question would be a good one to ask your breast surgeon who performs your mastectomy. Our services are limited to the reconstruction...
Oct 11, 2022 | Breast Cancer Recovery, Health & Wellness, Recovery
We are super excited to announce we now offer the Kili Medical Drain Carrier for purchase at our office to help manage your post-operative breast reconstruction drains. Cinde Dolphin is a 4-time cancer survivor who created a device to make patients like her more...
Sep 15, 2022 | Health & Wellness
At Furman University, Emily was one of those students who actually enjoyed writing 10-page research papers. She graduated in 2020 with a History Degree and a Minor in Greek and Roman Studies. As our Content Writer, Emily has researched and written our blog posts and...
Aug 29, 2022 | Breast Reconstruction, Health & Wellness, Resensation
*full video is at the bottom of this post* What is Resensation? Resensation is a new surgical technique that has the potential to restore sensation to a woman’s breasts after mastectomy, as part of autologous, or free flap, breast reconstruction surgery. Plastic...
Aug 8, 2022 | DIEP Procedure, Flap Surgeries, Health & Wellness
Breaking down the similarities and differences of common natural breast reconstruction procedures. With all the advancements in recent years, there are now so many options for natural breast reconstruction. When figuring out the kind of surgery you should have, it’s...
Jul 31, 2022 | Ask the Doctor, Breast Reconstruction, Health and Wellness
Question: I’m currently seeking a surgeon for Phase 2 DIEP. My plastic surgeon here did a great job for Phase 1, but doesn’t seem interested in correcting what I think is a problem for Phase 2. My breast size is currently a DD and I do not like the size. Heavy and my...
