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Fiorina Completes Reconstructive Surgery

Fiorina Completes Reconstructive Surgery
Republican Senate candidate Carly Fiorina on Tuesday completed reconstructive surgery following her battle with breast cancer. Fiorina is resting after completing her final surgery, according to a statement released by her chief of staff Deborah Bowker.

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Fiorina undergoes reconstructive surgery after breast cancer

Fiorina undergoes reconstructive surgery after breast cancer
The GOP Senate candidate and former Hewlett-Packard head, who has made her successful battle against breast cancer part of her campaign narrative, completes the final step of her recovery.

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Is there a doctor who will do breast reconstructive surgery on a cancer survivor for free?

I am wondering if there are any doctors who donate their time to helping people who are uninsured. I had breast cancer 17 years ago. A quarter of my right breast was removed and I chose not to have a silicone implant (risk factor). Due to age and weight gain, I am very lopsided and would like to have breast reconstructive surgery done using the fat from my tummy. I tried to have this procedure done back when I had insurance, but I ended up having a pacemaker put in and my surgeon wouldn’t do the surgery then. I have since lost my job and have no health insurance. Although this is not a life saving procedure I need, it is an emotional one that has torn up my self esteem real bad. Thanks!

Breast Cancer: Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, David Song, MD

www.uchospitals.edu In this video, plastic and reconstructive surgeon David Song, MD, speaks about the Breast Center and advanced reconstructive breast surgery options available at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Dr. Song, chief of the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, appreciates the collegial environment at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Here, the research scientists, clinicians and nurses are all working towards a common goal. This team approach sets the Medical Center apart and provides each patient with a personalized treatment plan. In the Midwest, we are the leading center in perforated breast reconstruction. Reconstructing the breast microsurgically, without taking muscles, allows patients to recover faster with less pain. Patient-centered care accounts for the special circumstances for each patient to render the best care possible. A new cancer diagnosis can be very overwhelming. It is important for patients to involve family and friends in their treatment, which contributes to the excellent results that we get. The relationship between patients and plastic surgeons lasts a lifetime.

I’m having reconstructive breast surgery d/t breast cancer. Anyone had the diep procedure? Any advice?

I have had a mastectomy d/t stage 3 breast cancer and want to have the diep reconstructive procedure. I am looking for advise from anyone who has had this procedure. Can you share anything about the surgery@ time off of work, realistic pain, time in the hospital, recovery time..was it worth it? Thanks!!!