Evan Matros

After my lumpectomy I opted to do a bilateral breast reduction to even things out. I met Dr Evan Matros and knew immediately I wanted him to do my surgery. The first time I was scheduled to have my surgery I literally walked off the operating table with the IV in my hand. I said "I can't do this, I'm just not there in my head". Dr Matros took my hands and said " if you're not there, I'm not there either".

That's the kind of person he is. I trusted him completely to take me from my very uneven 36 DD down to a proportionate size for me. I left it in his hands. The end result is that I have the most fabulous boobs now. Scars and all I love them and how much better I feel not having to carry all that weight around. Dr Matros is a true artist and an extremely skilled surgeon. My scars are minimal and the shape is so natural. I also have almost full sensation in both my nipples. Overall I would 100% do it again but only with Evan Matros as my surgeon.

Dr. Matros performed a revision of a breast reconstruction, and I couldn't be happier. Following a mastectomy, I had my initial reconstruction done by a well-known breast surgeon at another leading New York City medical center, and the results were not optimal. After several months of feeling distressed by my appearance, I decided to seek another opinion with Dr. Matros. While he was modest and realistic about improving upon my previous surgery, I felt optimistic that he could. From the moment the bandages came off, I was amazed at the aesthetic improvement. Seven months later, I am still delighted that I sought a second surgery with Dr. Matros. From my initial pre-op consultation, through surgery, and all post-op visits, Dr. Matros is consistently attentive, meticulous, and thorough. I couldn't have asked for a better surgical outcome. Moreover, he is personable and compassionate. As an RN for over 40 years, I have been privileged to work with many fine physicians. But Dr. Matros is the best of the best. He has mitigated both the physical and emotional distress of having a mastectomy, and I am most grateful to him.

Dr. Matros saved my life in many ways besides that he is the best plastic surgeon I know. He made me feel whole again. I had double mastectomy, rads, and chemo. My reconstruction came out phenomenal. He is my rockstar. Also one of the nicest people I know and really cares.

I had a prophylactic bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction due to being BRCA1 and so far I am very happy with the results. My oncology breast doctor is Dr. Kimberly Van Zee and my plastic surgeon is Dr. Evan Matros. I was surprisingly happy when I saw the results for the first time. Dr. Matros put in 350cc's in each breast and they looked so good! I still have to go for my fills and have the drains removed but all in all other then the pain I am excited to see my final results. I will keep you posted as things move forward. I just want to say that if your looking for a plastic surgeon please consult with Dr. Evan Matros through the Sloane Kettering team.

Hello reader and potential or previous plastic surgery client!! :)

Today is my Presurgical Testing day. I've been left and right on this site looking around gaining insight and am thoroughly convinced this is the correct course of action. I thought breasts were supposed to stop growing at a certain point. Well, I thought wrong. I was a D cup in high school and over the course of 10 years have gradually grown to a J. I am in a constant state of pain. I will put on a bra and no less than 10 minutes later, my shoulders will start to ache. Within the hour, I feel the pain in my neck. Not to mention hidradenitis suppurativa which is in a completely different category of pain and suffering that I've had to endure since crossing the threshold into womanhood. I am looking forward to my procedure and can't exactly hide my anxiety. Its already hard to sleep knowing that it will be over in about three and a half short weeks. What a great early birthday present.

Anyway, I'm ready!

Will update!!!

Updated on 25 May 2016:
The excitement is growing!!!! I am 12 days away from finding the single most sought after relief from this pain. After years of head, neck, shoulder, and back pain, not to mention abscesses from Hidradenitis and the pain from that debilitating skin disease, I am probably going to cry when all is said and done.

I look forward to watching my body change as I'll be able to get back to doing things I love like running. I ran track and field back in high school and even back then, I was no smaller than a double D. Its been a long time coming. No more excuses and I'll hopefully find the results I so desperately crave.

Updated on 30 May 2016:
I am getting super anxious. Its affecting my sleep a bit. Anyone have any tips on getting used to sleeping on my back?? I've been sleeping on my stomach and side for years. Sleeping on my back is going to take some getting used to.

Picking up my antibiotic today. As I will also undergo excision for damaged tissue concerning my hidradenitis suppurativa, my doctor wants me on the antibiotic a week in advance so as to lessen the chances of any possible infections. I think I will also refill a Diflucan prescription just as a precautionary measure.

No pics today. Running late as I'm typing this post. Will update later this week.

:) Thanks for reading!

Updated on 5 Jun 2016:
Surgery in a few short hours...... And I can't sleep. But I'm not nervous.

I'm ready to be a brand new person. I'm ready to no longer be in pain. I'm ready to be comfortable in my own skin again.

Pictures later !

Updated on 6 Jun 2016:
The time has come.
IV insert... Consent... Consent again for verification.... Nausea medication.... Consent again and verification.... An awesome team of nurses. An awesome surgeon..... It's about to go down.

Updated on 7 Jun 2016:
It's done! Phew... Sigh of relief. I just got home a little while ago. Stayed overnight because I was nauseous and because they said if I stayed, they would remove the drains today (Tuesday morning). Which they did. A bit painful upon exit but bearable. And also a bit of a correction, my surgeon and his team removed 700 grams from each breast.

I feel like a changed woman.
More pictures in the coming days.

Updated on 7 Jun 2016:
Relief is the word of the day. Up until I walked into the OR, I was not nervous. My surgeon informed me that that meant I was there for all the right reasons. The mental, physical, and psychological relief from this surgery had me in tears when I did my first walk around with one of the night nurses. I'm ecstatic that it finally happened. I've been discussing getting it done for nearly 10 years. And here I am.

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P.S. after Ichanged the gauze, I felt amazing. No shower yet but I know it will gee amazing.

Updated on 9 Jun 2016:
Shower! I feel human again. It's almost like I washed away a layer of film. Regular unscented soap (Dove for sensitive skin) and water is all the doctor ordered. Good thing I already use those ????????. Didn't have help today changing my gauze pads but with a bit of patience I got the job done. It wasn't bad either as I'm not in pain and haven't taken a pain pill in over 24 hours. Still a bit stiff. But there is sensation in both breasts and in the areola region so I'd say SUCCESS! on my right side there's still somenumbness in the small area where the drain was removed (don't feel the PrimaPore adhesive on removal from just the posterior side). Going to call up and ask about it tomorrow if it persists. But I'm sure it's nothing.

Going for a walk soon, drinking fluids and enjoying relaxing.

Also did my hair in some really nice finger coils. They took a while and my arms got tired but there was no pain from having my arms up for so much time. WINNING!

Ok super wordy update.
I'm done now. PICTURES !!!

Updated on 17 Jun 2016:
Saw my surgeon two days ago (Wednesday) and he informed me that I didn't have to wear the surgical bra anymore. Whoo hoo! Went bra shopping today (Friday the 17th) for some sports bras. Adidas was having a sale so I purchased 5. The large size fits comfortably. I'm healing nicely despite my skin affliction. Still stiff in certain areas but beginning to settle and feel like normal breasts again. The upper quadrant of my right areola still has minimal sensitivity. Meanwhile my left areola and left, right, and underside quadrant of the right are hypersensitive. Doc says the feeling well return. Paying very close attention to it offer the next few days. In 5 days, I've been cleared to bike. Next appointment with my surgeon is at the end of July. At this point, it's smooth sailing minus the itchiness of the incisions ????.
Sleeping on my back has gotten considerably easier. I purchased a small backrest pillow from Wal-Mart for $17.88, was able to find a comfortable way to position myself on it, and haven't looked back. A recliner would have been amazing but the backrest is a decent cheap alternative (for me anyway) ????????

Updated on 24 Jun 2019:
Hi! So it's been three years since my procedure. Wayyyyyyyyy past overdue for an update. So much has happened in these past few years. I'll post another update with photos and get into the details.
Thanks!