Show Notes
It isn't vain to want your breast/s reconstructed after a mastectomy. Some women choose not to reconstruct because they think it's cosmetic. And some women aren't given the option to reconstruct.
Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, Dr Kirstin Miteff, talks about consulting both a breast surgeon and a reconstructive plastic surgeon when you research your reconstruction options.
Dr Kirstin also talks about how a referral to a plastic surgeon at the time of a breast cancer diagnosis may reduce the reconstruction timeline for some patients.
Luan and Dr Kirstin also talk about: What a reconstructive plastic surgeon does The role of plastic surgeons & breast surgeons And how they work alongside each other What to consider when choosing your reconstruction Telehealth consults for regional/rural patients What to ask a reconstructive plastic surgeon The training path of reconstructive plastic surgeons How some women haven't been offered recon
You might also want to: Listen to Dr Joe Dusseldorp talk about DIEP 'flap' strategies Listen to Dr Bish Soliman talk about other 'flap' options Subscribe to be notified when the episode about public & private health drops!
Links for this podcast: Aspire Plastic Surgery website Aspire Plastic Surgery on Instagram Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons
Where you can find Luan: Instagram Website LinkedIn
If you’ve found any of the content upsetting, please reach out and get help. Breast Cancer Network Australia has a free confidential helpline – 1800 500 258. Beyond Blue has a range of free resources online, or you can call them 24/7 on 1300 224 636.
The information in this podcast does not constitute medical advice. For personalised medical advice you should seek a consult with a FRACS qualified surgeon.
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