If you are faced with breast reconstruction surgery during your fight with breast cancer, it’s important to be fully informed about your treatment plan, preparation for surgery and what to expect during your recovery. Dr. Comizio and her staff understand how mentally and emotionally challenging your journey can be and partner with you to ensure […]
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Do you experience constant pain, chronic headaches, upper back and/or neck pain, or even numbing in your fingers unexplained by any medical diagnosis? It may be directly correlated to your breast size – which could be adding a lot of extra weight and pressure on your body. Breast reduction surgery is one of the best […]
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Many women who have had breast augmentation face a breast complication post-surgery called synmastia, when your breasts grow together, with little or no space between them – often referred to as “uniboob.” As a highly trained, board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Comizio has seen this all too often and can help correct this condition through a […]
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If you have had radiation to treat your breast cancer, you may be wondering if you are a candidate for breast reconstruction using breast implants. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recognizes that implant-based breast reconstruction is possible for women who have had radiation treatment; however they caution that radiation prior to breast implants may […]
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If you have had or are scheduled for a mastectomy and want reconstructive breast surgery, you can choose to have the surgery immediately or delay it. Immediate breast reconstruction allows you to have your mastectomy and breast reconstruction at the same time. Delayed reconstructive surgery is multi-step – your mastectomy is performed, and then at […]
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What’s your New Year’s Resolution? We know, it’s trite – and a loaded question. Let’s ask it in a different way…what do you hope for in 2020? If you had to name one thing…what would it be? Here’s the thing…Despite the propaganda surrounding New Year’s resolutions – there is something it can offer. It offers […]
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Have you been thinking about making a change? There are 20 days left in this decade and new beginnings are just around the corner. Time moves very quickly – and often, we wait for the perfect moment. Truly, there is no perfect moment. As we all know, the future is never guaranteed – it’s so […]
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Receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer can take a toll physically and emotionally. Digesting the news will result in several stages of acceptance and decision making, including the course of treatment. If breast cancer has been diagnosed in one breast, and the recommended treatment is a mastectomy, some people choose to have a unilateral or […]
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So, you’ve decided to have breast reduction surgery. It’s a big decision…with so many questions about the before and after. One of the most pressing questions is if the skin around your breasts will remain tight and not sag post-surgery. Of course, you are looking to alleviate the pain you’ve experienced with larger breasts, but […]
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When you choose to have breast reduction surgery to alleviate pain, have a slimmer appearance, or feel more comfortable in your clothing, you naturally hope that the breast reduction surgical results will be permanent. Are they? Dr. Comizio performs each surgery with the precision and expertise necessary for a permanent solution. However, there are certain […]
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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 ... ”
“Unhappy with her previous breast reconstruction surgery and eager to regain her confidence, Joy was referred to Dr. Comizio by a good friend who had also battled breast cancer. Dr. Comizio not only performed J ... ”