Losing a breast to cancer can be a devastating experience. Women newly diagnosed with breast cancer face a variety of treatment options. One option is to have breast reconstruction. Breast reconstruction is not suitable for all women. Some women prefer not to undergo additional surgery.
Some women find living without a breast has no impact on how they feel about their body.
Nevertheless, for women who are interested in breast reconstruction it is important to have access to current reliable information for them to make educated decisions. The program is interdisciplinary. It involves Plastic Surgeons, Surgical Oncologists, Clinical Nurse Specialist for Women s Health and other health care professionals. This coordinated team approach provides comprehensive treatment and care to women having breast reconstruction at UBC Hospital. The goals of the program are to reduce wait time for delayed breast reconstruction, to provide urgent access for immediate reconstruction and to provide excellent care and treatment.