One of the greatest gifts of life is the relationships you build with others. I have especially grown to appreciate this through my practice. More often than not, I develop strong relationships with my patients – and many turn into friends. Over the past year, we have all been tasked with finding new ways to […]
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“Celebrate endings—for they precede new beginnings.” Yes, a new year is upon us. And no, things will not magically change on January 1, 2021. However, what the new year will give us is a new beginning, with a renewed energy to conquer the next year with a sense of resurrection. The new year allows me […]
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Every year at this time, I do take a moment to reflect on the things I am grateful for and recognize what I value as most important in my life. Of course, I immediately think of my family, and the job that offers me the ability to change women’s lives. This year, I am particularly […]
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This year, I think we have all struggled to find a sense of normal. I tried to dig deep to understand what keeps me going. I resorted to the fact that motivation is a key determining factor for me personally. I am motivated to do a job I was blessed to specialize in, help women […]
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The upcoming month is a very personal one for me. I spend a good percentage of my time with women who have been diagnosed with a form of breast cancer and are looking for the best options for their future. The battle for these women is very real – it goes way beyond a pink […]
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The last few months have certainly presented us with quite a few challenges. And, they seem to keep coming. The medical field is starting to see a few ramifications of the upheaval of what we once considered normal – and much of it is presenting as mental health stresses and concerns. In many cases, people […]
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We all know how important it is to stay hydrated, especially with these latest record-breaking temperatures. Our bodies are made up of nearly 70% water – in fact, the brain and heart are composed of 73% water, the lungs 83%, the skin 64%, muscles and kidneys 79% and even bones up to 31%*. Water regulates […]
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Now that summer is officially in full swing, I would like to remind everyone the importance of using sunscreen while outdoors. Skin cancer is the number one leading cancer in America. One in five people will get skin cancer in their lifetime. There are four main types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell […]
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One of the most common hesitations we hear with breast surgery, specifically breast reduction, is the thought that a procedure by a plastic surgeon is not covered by insurance and will be completely out-of-pocket. What if we told you that your breast reduction surgery could very well be covered? Many plastic surgeons do not accept […]
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You may be wondering if you can have breast reconstruction immediately following a mastectomy. Every woman is unique, and each body is different; therefore, mastectomies or breast reconstruction procedures are unique to each case. Dr. Comizio’s breast reconstruction methodology is extensive. She takes an individualized approach to each surgery, accommodating the needs and desires for […]
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“Susan tested positive for the BRCA gene and came to Dr. Comizio after three failed attempts at breast reconstruction by a notable New York surgeon. Frustrated by her treatment at a large hospital and afraid no ... ”
“Trish is the survivor of a double mastectomy and wanted immediate reconstruction after her breast cancer was removed. Dr. Comizio came highly recommended by Trish’s breast cancer surgeon and was the first an ... ”
“Having a strong family history, Jennifer decided to undergo a double mastectomy as a preventative measure against breast cancer. Jennifer wanted her breast reconstruction to look natural and fit her active lif ... ”
“Naturally distressed after testing positive for an abnormal mammogram and precancerous atypia plus family history, Vicki called Dr. Comizio’s office the same day she received the news. After speaking with a ... ”
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