New Breast Cancer Option: DIEP Reconstructive Surgery (in HD)

Sunday, June 14th, 2009

New Breast Cancer Option: DIEP Reconstructive Surgery (in HD)
Cathy Golden discusses her choice of the new breast cancer treatment option DIEP reconstructive surgery (DIEP stands for Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator) . Cathy traveled to the The Center for Restorative Breast Surgery in New Orleans to have the procedure done. The Center for Restorative Breast Surgery was established to serve as a dedicated resource for women seeking the most advanced method…

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Triple Negative Breast Cancer At 36, Life With The BRCA1 Gene

Friday, February 27th, 2009

Triple Negative Breast Cancer At 36, Life With The BRCA1 Gene
Meet Kim and Stephanie, 39-year-old fraternal twins. Diagnosed about three years ago, they are both survivors of triple-negative breast cancer and both have the BRCA1 gene. Only five percent of women have that gene, but those that do are much more likely to get breast cancer one day. The twist? They are adopted, and didn’t know that their bir…

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Skin Cancer | Melanoma | Squamous Cell Cancer

Friday, January 9th, 2009

Skin Cancer | Melanoma | Squamous Cell Cancer
In this edition of the Innovations in Facial Plastic Surgery update, Dr. Verret discusses skin cancer including basal cell, squamous cell, and melanoma. For more information about skin cancer, Mohs surgery, sentinel lymph node biopsy, or facial reconstruction, visit Dr. Verret on the web at innovationsfps.com…

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The Changing Face Of Breast Cancer

Friday, January 9th, 2009

The Changing Face Of Breast Cancer
This is a 5 minute clip of Deborah Singer’s Telly Award winning documentary, “The Changing Face of Breast Cancer.” Meet Kim and Melanie, two sisters in their 30’s who are battling breast cancer….

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Breast Cancer Surgery

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008

Breast Cancer Surgery
This interview focuses on the latest surgical approaches for treating breast cancer. Topics covered include: Types of breast cancer Multi-disciplinary treatment team Surgery: lumpectomy vs. mastectomy Recovery time from surgery Radiation therapy Sentinel node biopsy Breast reconstruction Guest: Dr. Susan Kesmodel, a surgical oncologist at the University of Maryland Marlene and Stewart Gree…

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Breast Cancer Mastectomy Reconstruction In Sacramento

Friday, October 17th, 2008

Breast Cancer Mastectomy Reconstruction In Sacramento
— Breast cancer is devastating for anyone to go through. At Chrysalis Cosmetics in the Sacramento/Modesto, California area, we reconstruct breasts to help women regain their figure. Our practice offers safe, effective physical transformations performed in a comfortable, state-of-the-art setting. For more information about breast reconstruction, or to contact Chr…

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PLASTIC SURGERY:Nasal Skin Cancer Reconstruction Testimonial

Sunday, September 14th, 2008

PLASTIC SURGERY:Nasal Skin Cancer Reconstruction Testimonial
WIN $5000 CASH!, visit for details. Just send Dr. Lam your best idea for his business and win cash to CONTEST@LAMFACIALPLASTICS.COM One of Dr. Lam’s patients talks about her experience with Dr. Lam’s nasal reconstruction for her nasal skin cancer. Before and after photos are on Dr. Lam is board certif…

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Breast Cancer Treatment

Saturday, August 30th, 2008

Breast Cancer Treatment
Jefferson surgeons perform reconstruction immediately following radical mastectomy -October 18, 2007 at 4:30 PM on OR-Live.com Women with breast cancer often seek immediate breast reconstruction after a mastectomy to help them regain a semblance of their body and for their psychological peace of mind….

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Breast Cancer Treatment - DIEP Flap Reconstruction

Saturday, August 30th, 2008

Breast Cancer Treatment - DIEP Flap Reconstruction
OR-Live.com webcast January 11, 2008 at 5:00 PM EST (22:00 UTC) From Beth Israel Medical Center, New York, NY Beth Israel Medical Center surgeons use newer breast reconstruction techniques that rebuild the breasts in the most natural way possible. Advances in breast reconstruction techniques have dramatically improved the options for breast cancer treatment. At Beth Israel Medical Center, our re…

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