Breast Reconstruction Surgery: Implants, Expectations, and More Posted on October 28, 2019 By Center for Plastic Surgery Breast reconstruction is a procedure that restores the shape of the breast after a mastectomy. And just as no two women are the same, there are many customizable approaches to this unique procedure. can be a delicate, transformative process, and our Washington, DC, team is proud to have skilled surgeons who specialize in these techniques. … Read More
Increase in Breast Reconstruction with Enactment of Women’s Health Law Posted on July 12, 2013 By Center for Plastic Surgery In 1998, an exciting development in federal law enacted the Women’s Health and Cancer Rights Act, which mandated insurance coverage for surgery. Prior to this enactment, certain health insurance coverage, such as Medicare or Medicaid, covered costs associated with mastectomy, but were not required to cover reconstructive efforts. This was obviously devastating to many women … Read More
CPS Gives Back! Posted on October 11, 2012 By Center for Plastic Surgery We are proud to announce our Facebook campaign to help breast cancer survivors be better informed about the options for breast reconstruction following mastectomy. Breast reconstruction is a procedure near and dear to us at CPS. We've performed countless breast reconstructions and have had the pleasure of helping breast cancer survivors reclaim their bodies. Nearly … Read More