Plastic Surgery
Many Women Don't Receive Reconstruction After Mastectomy
Despite federal law mandating insurance companies cover reconstruction after breast cancer surgery, many women do not have the procedure performed. A study by the Society of Breast Surgeons found fewer than 30 percent of women get breast reconstruction after mastectomy – an even smaller percentage opt for reconstruction after lumpectomy. The reason is thought to [...]
A note of gratitude from a thankful mother
When I came across Joellen’s blog post, I was very moved not only by what her son has endured as the result of senseless rage, but also by her grace. Joellen’s son Court was the victim of a road rage last Saturday afternoon, and his severe injuries brought him here to Barnes-Jewish Hospital. He had [...]
Event: New Advancements in Breast Cancer Reconstruction Surgery
There are still spaces left for our free event, New Advancements in Breast Cancer Reconstruction Surgery, which will be held at the Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital this Saturday, April 30 from 11:00 – 1:00 . Surgical reconstruction options after mastectomy or lumpectomy have evolved, and are integral components in therapy after [...]
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