Doctor Recommendations in Bakersfield for Post-Mastectomies Due to Silicone Injection - Want DIEP

Had liquid silicone injections in both breasts in 1970. Had double mastectomies in Nov. '09, and "clean-up" Sept. 1 2010. I have Kaiser insurance, and I am looking for either a good Kaiser plastic surgeon anywhere in California (not happy with current plastic surgeon. He left me worse off, with very unsightly bulges in many places on my chest, and problems with both arms. Bedside manner stinks, too!) or, a non-Kaiser doc who has experience with my situation. Please help! Thank you! Mary

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Diep in Bakersfield

The best way to start to find a plastic surgeon to perform a DIEP flap would be to look up doctors in your area at the ASPS website.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

DIEP Flaps after silicone injection

It is not uncommon for plastic surgeons who specialize in perforator flap surgery to see patients that have experienced complications after other types of breast surgery (following either cosmetic or reconstructive procedures). Unfortunately, it is also not uncommon for patients who have had silicone injections to have persistence of lumps and bumps following the removal of the injected silicone. This is because it is often almost impossible to "clean up" all of the silicone... more

Double mastectomy reconstruction with DIEP flap

You still have many options for breast reconstruction. The more conservative method is tissue expansion followed by cohesive gel implants. That depends if you had Radiation therapy or not. Another method is the Latissimus dorsi muscle from your upper back with or without implants. And finally if you have enough tissue in your lower abdomen you could be a good candidate for a DIEP flap. It is best to find a plastic surgeon who specializes in different breast reconstructions to... more

Experienced DIEP surgeon

When it comes to health insurance coverage for breast cancer reconstruction, there are laws in place that require insurance company's to cover your procedure. I would recommend that you seek out the best and most experienced surgeon you can find, regardless of location or your insurance plan. Most large breast reconstruction practices are experienced in getting approval for all types of reconstruction, regardless of your plan. I wish you a safe recovery.... more