After meeting with your breast cancer surgeon and possibly your oncologist, you may visit with a plastic surgeon to discuss the possibility of breast reconstruction. Often times, Dr. Burgess will visit with you before your mastectomy. This in-depth consultation allows her to provide detailed information regarding the reconstruction process and to answer questions specific to your surgery. We encourage your support person to attend as well. Dr. Burgess' services would only be needed if you decide to proceed with mastectomy surgery. For many patients who choose to have a lumpectomy, reconstruction is not usually needed.

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