Dr. Gabriel M. Kind, M.D
Annual Breast Cancer Connections Conference
Weekly Q&A
Thursday, October 24, 2013
5:30pm-7:00pm
390 Cambridge Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94306
For more information, please visit http://bcconnections.org/ or call (650)326-6686
Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang are proud participants of Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day. They support a woman’s right to knowing her options when facing breast cancer.
Please visit www.bradayusa.org, www.plasticsurgery.org and www.microsurg.org for more information.
http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/sun-magazine/bs-sm-mommy-makeover-20130911,0,4510552.story
More and more women are choosing to have plastic surgery following childbirth. Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang have experience in body contouring after pregnancy. For a consultation, please contact our office.
Plastic surgery is not only for women. Many men can also benefit from plastic surgery.
http://www.mainstreet.com/article/smart-spending/budgeting/why-plastic-surgery-was-worth-every-penny
In a study published in the journal Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, researchers showed that breast reduction surgery significantly improves psychosocial, sexual and physical well-being.
On the heels of Angelina Jolie’s announcement that she has undergone bilateral prophylactic mastectomies and implant reconstruction, The New York Times presented another side of the story today, with an overview of breast reconstruction, including descriptions of various techniques, and discussion of potential complications.
“[Jolie’s] disclosure was lauded by some advocates as a bold move that will inspire women to be proactive, learn about their family histories and risks, and consider genetic testing.
At the same time, some breast surgeons are discomfited that some might infer from the article that reconstructive surgery is a quick and easy procedure, and worry that Ms. Jolie inadvertently may have understated the risks and potential complications.”
http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2013/05/20/no-easy-choices-on-breast-reconstruction/
Dr. Kind has been invited to give a panel presentation on breast reconstruction with implants and post-operative radiation therapy at the 63rd Annual Meeting of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons May 25, 2013.
The California Society of Plastic Surgeons is an organization of practicing, board-certified plastic surgeons committed to the highest ethical standards. Our mission is to advance the profession of plastic surgery through continuing educational activities, advise the public, and act as patient advocates, protecting the welfare of the people of California with respect to cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery.
On May 9, 2013 Dr. Gabriel Kind and Dr. David S. Chang attended the annual Honor Thy Healer Awards Dinner held at the Mill Valley Community Center. Zero Breast Cancer honored nine local Healing Professionals and Parnters, including Carol Kronenwetter, PhD. Congratulations Carol, and thank you for all you do for our patients!
Zero Breast Cancer is a community based organization dedicated to prevention and finding the causes of breast cancer through local participation in the scientific research process. They focus on identifying environmental factors and the role they play in breast cancer at all stages of life and across generations. http://www.zerobreastcancer.org/
Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang are pleased to announce that as of April 26, 2013, they will be contracted providers with United Healthcare. For appointments, please contact our office at 415-565-6884.
Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang are now certified to use the newest silicone gel implants made by Allergan. The Natrelle 410 implants have been referred to as “gummy bear” implants because of they contain a highly cohesive silicone gel. These shaped implants have a more natural contour and can be used for either augmentation or reconstruction. Not everyone, however, is a candidate for these implants . It is important to discuss this with your doctor.
http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm340447.htm
