Breast Reduction Surgery Improves Quality Of Life

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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. http://journals.lww.com/plasreconsurg/Fulltext/2013/08000/Analysis_of_Satisfaction_and_Well_Being_following.9.aspx

Dr. Kind To Speak At California Society Of Plastic Surgery Meeting

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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 […]

New York Times Takes Another Look At Breast Reconstruction

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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 […]

Dr. Kind And Dr. Chang Attend Zero Breast Cancer Event

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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 […]

Plastic Surgery In San Francisco

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Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang believe that excellence in plastic surgery and the compassionate care of patients must go hand in hand. Both strive to provide their patients with the best possible result. They focus on all aspects of plastic surgery including breast augmentation, lift, reduction, liposuction, tummy tuck, facelifts, nose surgery, hand surgery and […]

DIEP FLAP Breast Reconstruction

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Breast reconstruction is one of the most challenging and rewarding areas of plastic surgery. Dr. Kind and Dr. Chang are two of the very few surgeons performing the deep inferior epigastric perforator or DIEP flap for breast reconstruction. This technique allows for the breast to be reconstructed with the patient’s own tissues, without the loss […]

Upcoming Presentations

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Kind, Gabriel M. California Society of Plastic Surgery 63rd Annual Meeting “Breast reconstruction with implants and post-operative radiation therapy” May 25, 2013 Kind, Gabriel M. Technology Innovation in Plastic Surgery Meeting Industry Briefing on SERI Scaffold, a new bioresorbable product for use as surgical support. May 31, 2013