Practice News
National BRA Day Launched to Increase Breast Reconstruction Awareness
In an effort to increase awareness for the breast reconstruction options of mastectomy patients, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and the Plastic Surgery Foundation (PSF) organized the National Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day. National BRA Day will be launched on October 17, 2012. The effort includes the U.S. and 20 other countries attempting…
FDA Review of Silicone Implants: Updates on Safety and MRI Requirement
New data was just released by the FDA regarding the safety of silicone breast implants. After two days of discussion with doctors and manufacturers, officials briefed the media about their current position. You can read a transcript of the media briefing, during which NPR reporter Nancy Shute asked: how often should women be getting a…
More Women Need to Be Informed About Breast Reconstruction Options
Cutting-edge detection and treatment options have made breast cancer a lesser threat. But beating cancer is only half the battle. Breast reconstruction is the next step in recovery for most women. The Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act of 1998 has made is possible for many women to gain access to affordable or fully-covered reconstruction…
Longitudinal Study Reveals Aging of Plastic Surgeons (Not Their Patients)
Plastic surgeons turn a camera toward themselves to document signs of aging. At this year’s annual meeting of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, a doctor named Val Lambros shared findings from a unique study of facial aging: one that evaluates photos of other plastic surgeons. In 2005, Dr. Lambros began taking photos of…
Music Reduces Anxiety for Reconstructive Surgery Patients
It’s no surprise that listening to your favorite music can instantly improve your mood, but research now suggests that music can also improve your surgical experience. According to new study, the soothing power of music may help to reduce anxiety for patients undergoing reconstructive surgery. Researchers led by Dr. Hazim Sadideen at the Department of…