I am a BRACA2 gene carrier. I had the gene test done after my second sister was diagnosed with breast cancer. Though she caught it "early" we learned there is really no such thing and the cancer had reached her nodes and after two lumpectomies had to have a mastectomy followed by chemo and radiation. I was facing a difficult decision. Once I realized it was a matter of when not if I too would...
Dr Rafizadeh came highly recommended after I received my breast cancer diagnosis. You know you are in good hands when other doctors send their wives there for reconstruction. Dr Rafizadeh was so patient, kind and understanding thru the entire process. I always felt that he had my best interests in mind, which is so important when you are overwhelmed with your diagnosis. The nurses in...
Second breast cancer procedure in 10 years. Opted for removal and reconstruction, as other options for treatment were very laborious and time consuming with no 100% guaranteed outcome. I trust Dr. Diehl , the oncologist, and Dr. Rafizadeh, the plastic surgeon. Both doctors were excellent and I couldn't be happier with the care I was given or the outcome.
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