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Karon US
I once weighed 530 lbs. I lost a good amount of weight on my own and then had RNY gastric bypass... More
davidelliot Whitianga, NZ
My Story   I was taken to hospital mid December 2007 aged 45 due to having a grand mal... More
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i am Smartlipo Surgeon. Smartlipo is an advanced laser procedure performed by various cosmetic... More
Dr. Robert O., MD Birmingham, Alabama
I'm a 4th generation surgeon and am double baord-certified in general & plastic surgery. I... More
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Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part II - Muscle Flap Reconstruction by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven Women interested in breast reconstruction after mastectomy have several reconstruction options.... Though implant reconstruction remains the most common method of breast reconstruction in the US, many women...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part III - Perforator Flap Reconstruction by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven recently the only “tissue reconstruction” options involved sacrificing muscle. This made recovery from the surgery difficult..., TX. Specializing in advanced  breast reconstruction surgery after mastectomy for breast cancer...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part II - Muscle Flap Reconstruction by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven . The latest evolution in breast reconstruction is   “perforator flap surgery” . These techniques use skin...-network for most US insurance plans. Toll Free (800) 692-5565. Latest news in breast reconstruction surgery and research...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part III - Perforator Flap Reconstruction by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven recently the only “tissue reconstruction” options involved sacrificing muscle. This made recovery from the surgery difficult... plastic surgeon, PRMA Plastic Surgery, San Antonio, TX. Specializing in breast reconstruction surgery...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part I - Tissue Expanders, Breast Implants and Alloderm by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven This posting is the first of a 3-part series on breast reconstructive surgery  discussing... by the patient and her surgeons. Breast reconstruction is not a form of cosmetic surgery – it restores...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery - Part I - Tissue Expanders, Breast Implants and Alloderm by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven This posting is the first of a 3-part series on breast reconstructive surgery  discussing... by the patient and her surgeons. Breast reconstruction is not a form of cosmetic surgery – it restores...
Asian Box: new plastic and reconstructive surgery by Dr. Syed L. Doctor of Dentistry “What are my goals of Face Lift Dentistry ?” asks Dr. Muslin Continued here: Asian Box: new plastic and reconstructive surgery
Chimp attack victim flown to Cleveland Clinic to see a reconstructive surgery specialist by Medical Quack Patient ExpertHealth Maven this week, has been transferred to the Cleveland Clinic, which specializes in reconstructive surgery. Nash... and neck surgeon. Chimp attack victim flown to Cleveland Clinic, reconstructive surgery specialist...
Breast Reconstruction Surgery Options After Mastectomy by Dr. C Medical DoctorHealth Maven Every woman has a right to breast reconstruction surgery after breast cancer. This has been a federal mandate for some time and insurance companies have to pay for breast reconstruction surgery by law...
All About Breast Reconstruction Surgery by Elizabeth Leis Patient Expert October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Cosmetic Surgery Center at Northwest Hospital wants to help you to understand how plastic surgery contributes to the care of those affected by breast cancer...

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When it should be done ... S will not pay for surgery for cosmetic reasons alone. However, reconstructive surgery and cosmetic surgery to correct or improv ... » Read on
Why it is necessary ... sical defects, whether congenital or through injury or illness. Reconstructive surgery can greatly improve your self-esteem and ... » Read on
How it is performed ... han implant surgery for cosmetic reasons. For reconstructive surgery, your surgeon may decide that a natural b ... » Read on
Why it is necessary ... r both breasts), you may also consider implants as part of your reconstructive surgery. The majority of breast ... » Read on

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I was told by my doctor that i should wait until I am done my treatment before i have reconstructive surgery..is that ok..i have heard of women getting in the same surgery when they have there breast removed.. I dont know if i should wait or should i insist in having it done the same day??? Melissa crap

What is the average cost for strattice?
I am thinking about using strattice for reconstructive surgery, but am having a hard time finding an estimated cost for this? Anncrap

after my mastectomy last year under my armpit is still swollen. Is this normal?
I had a mastectomy in April of 2007 with immediate reconstructive surgery.  I had my implant put in October of 2008.  My left side under my armpit, where your bra would be is still swollen as if I have water in there.  Will this ever go away? Denisecrap

nutrition and facial wasting
Hi... My cheeks are sunken. Short of doing any of the reconstructive surgery, is there any thing I can do (food-wise, exercise-wise) that would slow down the progression of facial wasting?Thanks. Cade Fields-Gardner M.S., R.D. nutrition and facial wasting At this point in time there are no clear answers...crap

reconstructive surgery
Has anyone out there had the "tram flap procedure"?  I will be having my reconstructive surgery in January.  My surgeon is suggesting either the flap or the tram flap procedure.  I have not decided yet, but I'm leaning for the tram flap procedure.  Any thoughts?  I would like to know...crap

Chemo is not as scarry as you think
I have had a mastectomy on my left side with reconstructive surgery starting right away.  Had my first chemo treatment yesterday.  Not as bad as you would think Joy Toneycrap

Noise in chest when exercising since breast reconstruction.
I am 2 and a half months past breast reconstruction surgery and a total hysterectomy. I had ductile carcinoma in-situ and was positive for the Breast Cancer gene 2.  I am doing well but experiencing something unusual with strenous exercise.  I hear a noise in my chest that at first felt like something rubbing...crap

I'm wanting info on reconstructive surgery after a bilateral mastectomy...recovery??
Just wondering about reconstructive surgery after a bilateral mastectomy.  What is the timeline for recovery and just how painful is it?? Cherri Westbrookcrap

elective surgery/initial treatment/having children
I broke my nose rather badly few years back and was planning on having sme reconstructive surgery... load, tcells normal..what does this mean for my chances of surgery? is it possible to schedule... sperm for artificial insemination, or something like that? thank you Keith Henry, M.D. elective surgery...crap

Severe headaches 7+ years after orbital reconstruction.. doctor classifies as migraines
I am a 30 year old male who had orbital reconstruction surgery at the age of 22.  I also had two rhino/septos and my septum is still deviated.  My doctor (not the ones who did the surgeries) classifies my recurring, debilitating headaches as migraines and feeds me pills.  Is this the correct course of action, orcrap