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Pioneering Sensate Autologous Breast Reconstruction: A Personal Journey in Breast Cancer Surgery

Posted January 14, 2025 in Dr. Aldona Spiegel

Restoring Wholeness Beyond Breast Cancer Imagine confronting breast cancer—the fear, the unknowns, the physical and emotional challenges. Now imagine a pathway not only to reconstruct your breast but also to restore an essential part of yourself: sensation. At the heart of my practice, I believe that restoring sensation is as crucial as rebuilding form. It’s […]

The Power of Gratitude: Transforming Your Life One Thankful Thought at a Time

Posted November 22, 2023 in Dr. Aldona Spiegel

As I’ve traveled from New Jersey to Boston and back to Houston, I’ve had moments of reflection on how swiftly time passes by. In our fast-paced world, it’s all too easy to forget the simple yet profound act of being grateful. We often let challenges and uncertainties become distractions rather than blessings. Let me be […]

BRA Day 2023

Posted November 22, 2023 in Dr. Aldona Spiegel, Events

. BRA Day: Igniting Hope and Empowerment through Breast Reconstruction Awareness I can’t believe BRA (Breast Reconstruction Awareness) Day has come and gone in the blink of an eye. As many of you already know, we celebrated BRA Day on October 18th. It was a special occasion dedicated to raising awareness about breast reconstruction options […]

Who Should Be On Your Core Team During Your Breast Cancer Journey?

Posted September 20, 2023 in Dr. Aldona Spiegel, Reconstruction, Support Group

As a breast cancer reconstruction surgeon, I have come across numerous patients who may not be aware of the importance of having a core team of experts when facing a breast cancer diagnosis. This marks the beginning of a challenging and transformative journey, where having a dedicated team becomes essential. In order to navigate the […]

Breast Reconstruction Post-Ops’ Requirements and Restrictions

Posted May 01, 2023 in Reconstruction

I often discuss breast reconstruction surgery with my patients, which is a surgical procedure to rebuild a breast removed due to cancer or other medical reasons. The procedure may involve using either an implant, tissue, and/or fat from another body part to reconstruct the breast. After the surgery, following specific post-operative instructions are essential to […]

Dr. Spiegel’s Preceptorship Program – Fostering Surgical Innovation

Posted March 16, 2023 in Events

Another Successful Preceptorship Program – March 2023 On March 7, 2023, Dr. Spiegel hosted yet another successful preceptorship program attended by four surgeons eager to observe her innovative prepectoral breast reconstruction technique. This cutting-edge method utilizes Dr. Spiegel’s patented collagen matrix, enabling routine direct-to-implant reconstruction for patients. The program offered an opportunity to gain observe […]

Love During the Journey of Breast Reconstruction

Posted March 02, 2023 in Reconstruction

As a physician specializing in breast reconstruction, I understand that a breast cancer diagnosis can profoundly impact a woman’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. The journey of breast reconstruction is an essential part of breast cancer treatment that can help women regain their confidence, self-esteem, and quality of life. However, the process of breast reconstruction […]

GABRs Meeting 2022

Posted January 20, 2023 in Events

The Group for Advancement of Breast Reconstruction, or GABRs, is a distinguished group of microsurgery physicians who share a passion for breast reconstruction. Co-founded by Aldona Spiegel, M.D., and Robert Allen, M.D., the group’s primary focus is to share experiences and contribute to the field through formal and informal exchanges. The members of GABRs are […]

What Is Fat Grafting?

Posted November 02, 2022 in Reconstruction

Fat grafting is a surgical procedure where fat is taken from one area of the body, through liposuction, processed, and then grafted (injected) into another area of the body. Liposuction is first performed on the chosen donor site (often the abdomen or thighs) under general anesthesia. The harvested fat is then processed and prepared for […]

Girls Inc of Greater Houston selects Dr. Spiegel as Honoree

Posted October 05, 2022 in Community, Events

DR. ALDONA SPIEGELBUSINESS LEADER HONOREE Dr. Aldona Spiegel undoubtedly exemplifies the characteristics of the Girls Inc. Bill of Rights including “The Right to take risks, The Right to strive freely, The Right to take pride in success, and The Right to prepare for interesting work and economic independence.” As a breast reconstruction surgeon, Dr. Spiegel […]

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