“A ticking time bomb.” That’s what I thought every time I had to schedule an annual mammogram or bi-yearly breast exam and ultrasound. I was at high risk for developing breast cancer—my mother was diagnosed with the disease at 44 and died when she was only 50. In my mind, it wasn’t a matter of… Continue Reading »
When I discovered my fairly large breast mass, which seemed to have appeared overnight, I knew immediately from its characteristics that the diagnosis probably wouldn’t be good. During those first several weeks, I was overwhelmed with the feelings we all seem to share when experiencing a serious illness: shock, disbelief, fear of death, dread, and… Continue Reading »
Without the physicians who are experts in their fields and dedicated to their patients, I would not be so lucky and confident in my life. My story began on May 25, 2005. My radiologist found calcifications on my left breast mammogram. She suggested that I have a needle biopsy, which took place on June 9,… Continue Reading »
My name is Karen; at 41, I had it all! An incredible husband and 2 wonderful children: my son, 10, and daughter, 8. On July 19, 2007, while cooking dinner, I received the call. “You have cancer,” the doctor said. I replied, “Ok, let’s schedule the mastectomy, quickly.” I then called my husband, sister in-law… Continue Reading »
Learning that you have breast cancer is not easy for anyone. It’s the shock of your life and, for me, it occurred just after my 31st birthday. I was convinced that it wasn’t cancer. My primary care doctor who examined me said it didn’t have the features of cancer. It was not hard and immobile…. Continue Reading »
I wanted to share some thoughts about my recent tummy tuck with Dr. A in hopes of helping others as they make their medical decisions. I really did not know what to expect from the surgery, though I knew I had excess belly fat and skin that wasn’t going to going away no matter what… Continue Reading »
In December of 1999 I underwent a lumpectomy and a radical mastectomy on my right breast. After months of healing and chemotherapy I vowed never to let a surgeon near me again! So, for the next six (6) years I learned to adjust and adapt. My greatest frustration was with clothing. The “grannie” underwear was… Continue Reading »
What a blessing it was to find out I was having my SECOND set of twins in 2001! For me, it started off as sheer fear and over the years has converted into joy. But, it was hard to find the joy in every aspect of it…especially the abdominal area.
As I approach my 60th birthday, I look back on my life and the defining moments that have brought me to where I am now. Among them was the decision to say yes to the significant cosmetic surgery plan with Dr. Alexander. At 57 my body reflected a pear-shaped figure (heavy through the hips and… Continue Reading »
About 5 years ago, I had a minor renovation done to my upper half…when I scaled back “the girls.” While the girls had served me well starting in high school (with an extra large cheerleading sweater to show for it)…I just wasn’t interested in toting around D+ sized weights on my shoulders for the rest… Continue Reading »