Is there any type of assistance or grant available for someone who needs a breast reduction & does not have insurance?

Hello and thank you for your question.
I have not heard of any grants or assistance to help with getting breast reduction surgery. You can wait until you have insurance again or have the surgery done cosmetically ( self pay). Schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgery to discuss your options. Best wishes!

Insurance frequently helps cover breast reductions. I am unaware of any other programs available to help defray the cost of surgery.

I recommend you contact the plastic surgery training programs at Baylor University or University of Texas-Houston. They do have programs there that are less expensive and are used to teach the residents.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Dear estykelsey,
breast reduction is best suited for women who wish to decrease the size of their breasts. While there are different techniques used to perform this surgery, I prefer the vertical incision (lollipop pattern) breast reduction technique instead of the anchor scar pattern, which reduces more noticeable scarring than usual. I also use a SAFE liposuction technique to reduce additional fat around the stubborn axilla area and bra line. This way, my patients are achieving beautiful results with minimal incisions which reduces downtime and delivers an overall better breast shape long term. Some teaching hospitals can offer reduced costs for surgeries. If you are considering breast reduction surgery, you should consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options and make sure your surgeon understands your goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello and thank you for your question . I am not aware of any assistance for a breast reduction. Losing weight would help tremendously with the symptoms, and once you are at your desired weight, and back to having medical benefits your insurance may or may not approve the reduction . All insurances are different and have different requirements . Also, there is care credit for instance, one of several credit companies, you can apply for to cover the surgery.

Sorry for your problem and I would check with some of the teaching programs in your area and see if you are a candidate.

Dr Corbin