Reconstructive Surgery

Changing lives with reconstructive surgery

Reconstructive surgery can help build confidence and change lives in extraordinary ways. Restoring form and function, whether from an accident, a congenital abnormality or a cancer diagnosis, is some of the most rewarding work we do.

Our surgeons, all board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, provide a comprehensive spectrum of services for reconstructive surgery ranging from standard to the most complex.

We’re here to meet the needs of you and your family by providing compassionate, quality care.

Breast reconstruction

For women who have undergone a mastectomy, breast reconstruction can be a physically and emotionally rewarding procedure.

New medical procedures are making it possible for surgeons to create a breast that can come close to matching a natural breast. Frequently, the initial reconstruction is possible immediately following breast removal (mastectomy).

For many patients, this can lessen the emotional shock that comes with breast removal.

We can provide breast reconstruction surgery months or even years after removal, after you recover from any additional cancer treatments.

Many patients also opt for a breast lift, breast augmentation or breast reduction for the opposite breast to improve symmetry, position, and size.

Our providers are specialized in the most advanced breast reconstruction technique available today, the DIEP flap procedure.

• DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction

Breast cancer reconstruction act

The Women's Health and Cancer Rights Act, passed in 1998, is a federal law that provides protections to patients who choose to have breast reconstruction in connection with a mastectomy or cancer diagnosis.

The law requires most group insurance plans that cover mastectomies to also cover breast reconstruction.

We can also provide breast reconstruction surgery months or even years after removal, after you recover from any additional cancer treatments. Many patients also opt for a breast lift, breast augmentation or breast reduction for the opposite breast to improve symmetry, position, and size.

Reconstruction due to skin cancer

As our population continues to age, the incidence of skin cancer is increasing rapidly.

As with any cancer treatment, removing the malignancy is the most important part of care. However, removing cancerous tissue can leave scars - scars that aren't easily hidden - especially on the face.

The plastic surgeons at BayCare Clinic are well-trained to treat all types of skin lesions, including cancer. We provide patients with safe, effective skin cancer treatment through aesthetic and reconstructive surgery.

Once healed, they can provide additional scar reduction treatments to make the incisions even less visible.

Wondering what kind of results you can expect?

View real life before and after pictures of patients, courtesy of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons.

These photographs represent typical results, though not everyone will achieve the same results.

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View before and after photos