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When Robin was diagnosed with breast cancer and learned she would undergo a total breast mastectomy, she knew immediately who she wanted to perform her breast reconstructive surgery - Dr. Mark Brzezienski. While Robin had intimate knowledge of the breast reconstruction process having worked with Dr. Brzezienski for many years, she shares that some mastectomy patients might not know the many options available for reconstruction patients. Watch Robin's full story here: https://bit.ly/4hsiUvy #breastcancerawareness #breastreconstruction #breastcancer #breastcancerpatient #plasticsurgery #plasticsurgeon #cosmeticsurgery #cosmeticsurgeon

Did you know? Early detection can change the course of AMD (Age-related Macular Degeneration), a leading cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older. AMD affects the macula, the part of the eye that allows you to see fine detail, leading to a loss of central vision. Low Vision, on the other hand, refers to a visual impairment that cannot be fully corrected with standard glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. Both conditions significantly impact daily activities, making tasks like reading, driving, and recognizing faces challenging. This AMD and Low Vision Awareness Month, let's pledge to prioritize our eye health. Schedule your screening today and take a step towards preserving your vision - and make a donation to the Pacific Vision Foundation to help those who can't afford to prioritize their eye health. With awareness and action, we can protect our sight and support those navigating the challenges of low vision and AMD. Join us at the Pacific Vision Foundation in our commitment to eye health and vision restoration. https://lnkd.in/g4NG9GGZ #EyeHealthFirst #DetectProtectPrevent #AMDLowVisionAwarenessMonth #PacificVisionFoundation ????

Dive into the world of breast reconstruction with Dr. Arishita in Part 4 of our #BRADAYRecap! ???? Discover the different types of breast implants available and get the inside scoop on your options. Stay tuned for more?! ?? #BreastReconstruction #Implants #RebuildingLives #BreastCancer #BRADay

In honor of #WorldCancerDay, we’re thanking the site admins, data submitters, hospital leaders, #PROMS site administrators, orthopaedic surgeons and others who participate in the AAOS Musculoskeletal #Tumor Registry. Your support of the #MsTR fuels #cancer research, treatment advancements and survivor stories. Together, we can start to have a better understanding of Sarcomas. Learn how you can participate in #OrthoRegistries: https://bit.ly/3HL3lyj

This is our new algorithm for pre-pectoral breast reconstruction

?Barbara IOFB Retained intraocular foreign body The luckiest guy! Today’s Eyecare Clinic (in Brescia Italy) Case of the Month was submitted by Barbara Parolini, Veronika Matello, Giulia Freschi, and Roberta Penzani. - This 23YO male was referred for a second opinion regarding a traumatic intraocular foreign body that occurred about 5 months earlier. The patient said that he was pumping a big truck wheel when the tube detached from the wheel’s valve. Metal powder then shot up from the ground and hit the eye. The initial surgical repair involved solely suturing the anterior wound. The foreign body was likely metallic but of unknown type. The patient was asking why the foreign body had been left. Vision was 20/20. - Fundus photography shows a nodular fibrotic scar in the temporal midperiphery. Widefield OCT shows inner retinal hyperreflectivity with posterior shadowing from this lesion. - Siderosis can develop from metallic intraocular foreign bodies (IOFBs, specifically iron) and cause cataract, glaucoma, iris defects, and retinal degeneration with depressed ERG. In this case, we felt no need to remove the IOFB given the encasement by scar tissue, lack of inflammation, and excellent vision. We plan on initially examining him monthly. - Go to www.retinarocks.org/cases for more IOFB cases. - [This case can be found on www.retinarocks.org in the Image Gallery, Intraocular foreign body (IOFB) + Siderosis folder, IOFB NRX-20231009] - Have an interesting case and want to help your peers learn something about the retina? Submit your images at www.retinarocks.org. - Retina Rocks and its charitable foundation, "Eye Reach" are supported in part by Optos (@optomap) and Topcon Healthcare (@topconhealthcare). Retina Rocks is the image bank for the Retina World Congress (@RetinaWorldCongress). - #iofb #intraocularforeignbody #retina #optometry #ophthalmology #cool #odsonfacebook #adarshcharitablefoundation #UWF #optos #optomap #TopconHealthcare #savingsightsavinglives #RetinaWorldCongress

Today we share Jaya-Lilas Payette's story https://bit.ly/4a91tf0 which highlights the urgency of addressing surgical wait times in Quebec. Struggling with juvenile arthritis, she now urgently needs double hip surgery due to osteoarthritis. Public system delays have led her family to start a GoFundMe for the $35,000 needed for private surgery. She's not alone—nearly 20,000 people in Quebec await joint surgeries, with over 8,800 waiting six months or more. Arthritis Society Canada urges immediate, coordinated action from federal, provincial, and territorial governments to combat Canada's joint replacement wait time crisis. Take action: https://bit.ly/3TC4GhO

Karlie Kisha's story is a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength that individuals can show even in the face of cancer. Her journey from diagnosis to remission, all while preparing for the Olympics, exemplifies the incredible determination and spirit that can inspire us all. Supporting employees through such challenging times is crucial, and this post highlights the importance of robust support systems in the workplace. To create a supportive environment like this, employers can implement comprehensive wellness programs that address not just the physical but also the emotional and psychological needs of employees. Our Tree of Life employee vitality and cancer defense program is designed to provide this holistic support. By focusing on stress management, behavior change, nutrition, exercise, sleep, gut health, and protection from toxins, we help employees improve their quality of life at every phase of cancer—whether they are in diagnosis and treatment, survivorship, caregiving, or living a preventative lifestyle. Cancer and Careers and Jeff Neiburg, thank you for sharing Karlie's inspiring story and for your efforts to improve support for cancer in the workplace. Incorporating a lifestyle approach in employee wellness programs can significantly impact not only individual health outcomes but also overall workplace productivity and morale. Imagine a workplace where every employee feels supported, valued, and equipped to handle life’s greatest challenges. How do you envision such a transformation in your organization? Discover more about “Beyond Prevention: A New Era of Employee Wellness and Cancer Defense” by checking out our website https://lnkd.in/d4xctuAD). Book a free demo and receive an All-Access Pass to experience firsthand how this pioneering approach can redefine wellness within your company. #EmployeeWellness #CancerSupport #HolisticHealth #WorkplaceWellbeing #TreeOfLife #CancerSurvivor #CorporateWellness #SupportSystem #WellbeingJourney #HealthInnovation

Five Years Ago, Our Lives Changed Forever: A Journey of Strength and Resilience 5 years ago today, my husband went into hospital for what we thought was an emergency appendectomy. In the early hours after his surgery, I vividly remember asking him if he was now minus an appendix—only to be met with absolute shock when he told me he still had his appendix but had a colostomy bag instead! The doctors had found a cancerous tumour in his small intestine, which had burst, spreading microscopic cancer cells throughout his body. In an instant, our lives changed forever! I’ll never forget the surgeon, Dion Steer, known for his unconventional approach, he was the Doc on duty that night. Had it been anyone else, they might have closed Layne up after seeing what was inside him. But thanks to Dr. Steer's decisive action, Layne had a fighting chance. At the time, Layne was the fittest he had been in years, having recently lost 20kg through proper nutrition and exercise. In fact, Dion Steer mentioned that if Layne hadn’t been in such good shape, the outcome might have been very different. This day marks a life-changing moment in our journey, and I’m forever grateful for the resilience, strength and courage both from Layne and the medical team that saved his life. It’s a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is hope. With determination, love, and the support of the right people, we can overcome the unimaginable. Today, we celebrate not just survival, but the power of perseverance and the gift of another day. #StrengthThroughAdversity #CancerJourney #NeverGiveUp

The Foundation is pleased to present one of our resources and the latest published educational video with Joe Dusseldorp and Minas Chrysopoulo, MD FACS bringing awareness to breast neurotization for those affected by #breastcancer facing #mastectomy and having #DIEPflap #breastreconstruction Props goes to Dr. Joe's colleague Parand Tajziehchi as an author on the paper we discuss in the video. #nonprofitorganization #patientadvoacy #shareddecsionmaking supporting #sdg3