Show Notes
Talking to your surgeon about what’s meaningful to you and what approaches, or strategies, they can take to help you achieve an optimal reconstruction is all part of shared decision-making.
In the first episode of season one, Luan talks to reconstructive plastic surgeon, Dr Joe Dusseldorp, about the strategies he considers for DIEP flap reconstruction in relation to form and function of the breast/s and abdomen.
Luan and Dr Joe talk about: - Nipple preservation - Desired breast size - Feeling in the breast and the tummy - Preserving core muscle function - Strengthening muscle (after pregnancy) - How CT scans help inform DIEP strategies
There are other strategies for reconstruction that Luan will be talking to other surgeons about in future pods – subscribe for updates!
And check out the pre-launch pods where we talk about other types of reconstruction.
Links for this pod: Dr Joe Dusseldorp’s website and Instagram page IG Live about Robotic Assisted DIEP More about DIEP flap reconstruction Some information about TRAM BRA-va Art social media campaign to promote BRA Day
Where you can find Luan: Instagram Website LinkedIn
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