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Ask the Doctors: Listen In, Again!

August 7, 2013 by

Yesterday’s live call was amazing—did you miss it?

Here’s a shot of Dr. James Craigie in action, as he listened and answered questions.

If you missed the call, don’t worry!

Here’s a link to the replay:

==> http://InstantTeleseminar.com/?eventID=43480677

Drs. Craigie and Kline answered your questions on a wide range of topics related to natural breast reconstruction, including:

    • Recovery issues–how long do certain procedures take
    • Aesthetic concerns—scar tissue, nipple sparing, etc.
    • More about preventive mastectomies…
  • And much more you’ll want to hear!

We are here for you. Feel free to scroll back through our comprehensive Ask the Doctor archive here on the blog, too, for more information! Or contact us anytime.

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The Sound of Charleston

August 7, 2013 by

From the end of August through the end of the year, The Sound of Charleston takes place at the Circular Congregational Church at 150 Meeting Street. Charleston has a unique musical heritage, and you’ll hear all the music that is Charleston, from Civil War tunes to gospel, jazz, and Gershwin.

The performers include jazz and blues singer Ann Caldwell, conductor of the Charleston Jazz Orchestra Charlton Singleton, pianists Micah McLaurin and Irwin Jiang, and soprano D’Jaris Whipper-Lewis. Other artists include American folk musician Bart Saylor, keyboardist Ghadi Shayban, singer and actress Anna Booman, pianist John Tecklenburg, and saxophonist Lonnie Hamilton, III.

The Sound of Charleston is the 4th ranked Charleston attraction on TripAdvisor.com. Concerts take place weekly at 7 p.m., but the day of the week varies, so be sure to check the website for dates and times. Tickets are available online, at Bulldog Tours, at any Charleston Visitor Center, at many local hotels, and at the door. Ticket prices are adults, $28; seniors and military, $26; students $16; and children 12 and under, free.

For more information, visit the Charleston Convention & Visitors site.

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Join Us Tomorrow for Ask the Doctors LIVE

August 5, 2013 by

At the Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction, we know that women’s bodies and emotional selves are inextricably linked. There isn’t a question we haven’t been asked, or a concern we haven’t helped women and their loved ones manage.

We’re here to help you navigate the sometimes-confusing world of natural breast reconstruction, in a live phone call with our doctors tomorrow!

After the news about Angelina Jolie’s preventative double mastectomy, we’ve had a flood of questions about options in reconstructive surgery, and now we want to answer as many questions as we can at once.

Because part of our mission is to help you make informed decisions about breast reconstruction, our Drs. Craigie and Kline are going to answer questions on a free, live call!

Ask the Doctors LIVE

Click Here to Register and Listen

Join us tomorrow, August 6 at 7 p.m. Eastern / 4 p.m. Pacific.

You’ll hear from the doctors about several different topics, such as how to choose a breast reconstruction surgeon, reconstruction surgery options, financial issues, differences among procedures, post-surgery care, intimacy issues, and anything else you may have been wondering about.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from the doctors about your breast reconstruction options. Register now for the call, as space is limited. Hope to see you there!

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Family History: Should I Consider A Preventive Mastectomy?

August 2, 2013 by

Ask the DoctorThis week, Dr. Richard Kline and Dr. James Craigie of The Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction answer your questions.

Q: I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer about 3 years ago. I underwent all the usual treatments since then; however my oncologist has moved to another state, leaving me without one! I have not been able to get the reconstruction process completed.The last time I spoke with my oncologist, I was informed that it couldn’t be done. Do you think you can help?

A: Thanks for your inquiry!

Without knowing more details I can’t answer your question with certainty, but only rarely do we encounter a patient who can’t be reconstructed by any means. If you would like, we can have our nurse or PA call you to get more details.

 Dr. Richard M. Kline, Jr.

 

Q: My doctor recently told me that based on my family history–mom with a bilateral mastectomy, aunt (on mom’s side) with bilateral mastectomy, and another aunt (on mom’s side) with partial mastectomy–and combined with my PTEN mutation, thyroid issue, and other auto immune illnesses, that my chances of getting breast cancer in the next three years is 1 in 3. Should I seriously consider getting a preventive mastectomy?

A: A preventive mastectomy is the most effective way women can reduce their risk for breast cancer.

Close screenings with exams and x-rays or MRI, will only help with early detection and do not lower the chances of getting breast cancer. Women who are at high risk for breast cancer because of many different factors, family history or known genetic mutations do have preventive mastectomies to lower their chances. Before considering this big step you should review your risks with someone familiar with preventive mastectomies or a specialists in genetics.

It sounds like you have a doctor helping you through this decision. When it comes to proceeding further you should look for a team with a surgeon specializing in the breast removal and one specializing in rebuilding the breast at the same time as the mastectomy. Preventive mastectomies can preserve the breast skin and nipple, and are very different from most other types of mastectomy. Also the reconstructive procedures are specific for preventive mastectomies and have the chance to be the most natural results.

Our practice specializes in this type of breast reconstruction and we work with specialists who regularly perform nipple-sparing mastectomy. If you want more information we can contact you with a few more questions. Regarding my recommendation about when or if to do it I would say it is a very individualized decision to make, and the process is major surgery. You should know about all the risks and know what to expect regarding possible results.

We would be glad to review the details with you if you like. If so just let us know and I will have our PA or RN give you a call to discuss the details. I hope this helps.

Dr. James Craigie

Center for Natural Breast Reconstruction

Have a question about breast reconstruction you’d like answered from our surgical team? Just ask us!

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