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Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy - Baltimore, MD

Name: Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy - Baltimore, MD
Item: Ariel N. Rad, MD, PhD, FACS
Rating: 5
Author: LT3417

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I was diagnosed with beast cancer in March 2012. ...

LT3417September 19, 2013

WORTH IT$13,000

I was diagnosed with beast cancer in March 2012. My diagnosis led to a tratment plan of needing a mastectomy. My journey to find the best plastic surgeon for reconstruction of my breast led me to Dr. Rad. He performed a DIEP flap breast reconstruction follwing my mastectomy. I chose this technique because only skin and fat tissue are used to reconstruct the breast with no muscle being taken from the abdomen and no need of implants. I was very fortunate to also be a candidate for a nipple spearing mastectomy. When I first saw my new breast after surgery, it was BEAUTIFUL!

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Ariel N. Rad, MD, PhD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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Replies (3)

BethH

September 20, 2013

Thank you for sharing your story on RealSelf. I'm happy to hear you like your results. It's also nice that you had gentle and respectful surgeon during this difficult time. How long was your reconstruction process? Do you know how many cc's you ultimately ended up with? And did you have any work done on your other breast? Congratulations for conquering the cancer!

LT3417

September 20, 2013

Hi BethH, The second part of the reconstruction was delayed for a year due to also needing a total hysterectomy. I just completed the second part of the reconstruction last week (Sept 10th) which included fat graphing of the right reconstructed breast for more fullness and a breast lift of the left breast to match its new perky sister:). I am still recovering and swollen but they look awesome. No bra needed. I may post some pics once I am all healed. Due to my own abdominal fat and tissue to create the new breast, I do not know how many cc's that would be equivalent to. Hope this helps. Thanks for the encouragement!

BethH

September 23, 2013

Oh that must have been tough having the mastectomy in the middle of your already challenging enough journey! I'm so glad you were able to recently finish the reconstruction. Good news on the lift so they match. And hooray for no bra! Looking forward to your photos. Happy healing!

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