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The Washington Post’s The Lily Details Mackenzie’s Reconstruction Journey

When Mackenzie’s mother passed away from breast cancer, she decided to get tested for the BRCA gene. She was just 28 years old, but she knew the test would help her understand her risks. In this post from The Washington Post’s The Lily, the first U.S. newspaper for and by women, she details her mastectomy and reconstruction recovery process. She has since become an adamant supporter of genetic testing and being your own advocate when it comes to receiving the health care you deserve….

Mastectomy and Breast Reconstruction

We are proud to launch this video series in partnership with Breastcancer.org. Follow three of our patients along their journey through breast cancer and reconstruction….

Peggy’s Journey

Peggy’s Journey After being diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer in 2011, Peggy underwent chemotherapy, a double mastectomy, reconstruction with implants, and radiation. Five years later, one of the implants from her reconstruction ruptured. Peggy came to the Breast Center for DIEP flap breast reconstruction & nipple reconstruction. In this video, Peggy shares her journal…

Mackenzie’s Genetic Testing and Breast Reconstruction Journey

After years of seeking multiple physicians for testing for the BRCA gene and exploring her breast reconstruction options, Mckenzie found the Breast Center in New Orleans. Dr. Blum, Dr. Ordoyne, and our entire team worked with her through her DIEP Flap breast reconstruction. Learn about Mckenzie’s experience with the Breast Center and her journey to recovery through her blog….

Dr. Sullivan Honored With Support Angel of the Year Award

Dr. Sullivan honored with Support Angel of the Year Award Congratulations to Dr. Sullivan who was honored with the Support Angel of the Year award at the Susan G. Komen New Orleans Perfectly Pink Salute to Survivors Luncheon. Dr. Sullivan was presented the award by Judge Karen Herman for his unwavering dedication to making a…

Julie Stokes Speaks About Her Journey Through Breast Reconstruction

Julie has been battling breast cancer and just received the news from her doctor that she is now cancer-free. Dr. Sullivan speaks to WWLTV about her journey through breast cancer and her road to recovery with a double mastectomy and Immediate Breast Reconstruction here at the Breast Center….

Breastoration

Two breast cancer survivors describe their experience from diagnosis to mastectomy. They speak about the tough decisions they made and the journey they took to restoring their breasts. The Breastoration organization also speaks about their commitment to providing funding, advocacy, and other support to ensure women have access to this life-changing surgery. Watch the video here….

Listen to Dr. DellaCroce’s Podcast on Nipple Reconstruction

Listen to Dr. DellaCroce’s Podcast on Nipple Reconstruction Dr. DellaCroce’s Podcast discusses the following: the benefits and risks of nipple reconstruction the timing of nipple reconstruction how nipple reconstruction has evolved over the years how long the procedure takes and what recovery is like …

“Dr. D” Speaks in London on APEX Flap^SM

The Breast Center is proud to announce that Dr. DellaCroce was a featured speaker at the Royal College of Physicians in London, Sept. 7-9, 2017. This prestigious international conference focuses on Innovations and Trends in Aesthetic and Reconstructive Breast Surgery. Dr. DellaCroce was honored to join the panel of expert speakers and international delegates who…

Center for Restorative Breast Surgery Surgeons Named to Prestigious Best Doctors in America® 2017 List

Center for Restorative Breast Surgery Surgeons Named to Prestigious Best Doctors in America® 2017 List Frank DellaCroce, MD, FACS; Alan Stolier, MD, FACS; Scott Sullivan, MD, FACS; and Christopher Trahan, MD, FACS, of the Center for Restorative Breast Surgery and St. Charles Surgical Hospital, have been named to the list of Best Doctors in America®…