10/23/2025
This 49-year-old patient from Discovery Bay was diagnosed with right breast cancer. With a strong family history, she made the decision to have both breasts removed. That choice also made her an excellent candidate for breast reconstruction with implants.
At the time of her mastectomies, I placed temporary expanders to gradually stretch the skin and muscle to a size that matched her body. In a second surgery, those expanders were replaced with silicone gel implants. Finally, we completed her journey with ni**le reconstruction and tattooing, restoring the look of natural breasts.
For many women, reconstruction is an important part of recovery—not only physically, but emotionally as well. It is a privilege to help patients through this process and to witness their resilience firsthand.