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From Australia: New Online Breast Reconstruction Decision Aid

Posted on February 22, 2017 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

Some 20–30% of Australian women feel regret after deciding whether or not to have breast reconstruction. The same research showed the regret had a physiological impact on the women, according to the Breast Cancer Network Australia. A new online tool … Continue reading →

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Breast Cancer Patients Speak of Their Breast Reconstruction Experience

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

Surveys say 7 out of 10 women eligible for breast reconstruction after cancer surgery are not informed of their options. Expanding patient awareness of breast reconstruction options both during and after breast cancer surgery is a primary focus of breast … Continue reading →

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A Breast Cancer Story: Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy & Oncoplastic Reconstruction

Posted on May 10, 2011 by Dr. Jay Harness Staff

We earlier shared the story of Claudia Gilmore. After learning she had inherited the breast cancer gene mutation from her grandmother and her father, she opted for a double prophylactic nipple-sparing mastectomy with oncoplastic reconstruction.  She was only 23, but … Continue reading →

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