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Breast Reconstruction Post-Ops’ Requirements and Restrictions

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 […]

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Dr. Spiegel’s Preceptorship Program – Fostering Surgical Innovation

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 […]

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Love During the Journey of Breast Reconstruction

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 […]

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GABRs Meeting 2022

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 […]

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What Is Fat Grafting?

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 […]

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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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Dr. Spiegel’s Pink Sisters at Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Event

Dr. Spiegel’s Pink Sisters at Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Event

Posted October 05, 2022 in Events

On October 1, 2022, Dr. Spiegel’s Pink Sisters walked the Susan Komen Race for the Cure 5K. There were 27 team members, including survivors, supporters, and staff. We took time before the walk to honor those lost from breast cancer and to listen to the many stories from survivors, especially from our Pink Sisters. Five […]

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HOUSTON WOMAN MAGAZINE RELEASES SPECIAL EDITION FEATURING HOUSTON’S 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN OF 2020-21

HOUSTON WOMAN MAGAZINE RELEASES SPECIAL EDITION FEATURING HOUSTON’S 50 MOST INFLUENTIAL WOMEN OF 2020-21

Posted September 26, 2022 in Dr. Aldona Spiegel, News

Aldona J. Spiegel, Professor of Clinical Plastic Surgery for the Department ofSurgery, Institute for Reconstructive Surgery, Houston Methodist Hospital,Weill Cornell Medical College has been named one of “Houston’s 50 MostInfluential Women of 2020-21” by Houston Woman Magazine.Each of the honorees was nominated for inclusion on the “50 Women” list by areader of Houston Woman Magazine […]

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Women in Medicine Fashion Show

Women in Medicine Fashion Show

Posted September 23, 2022 in Community, Events

Dr. Spiegel was invited along with a prestigious group of women best known for their impressive careers in the medical field to participate in the Arts of Healing Foundation Women in Medicine annual fashion show this year.  This event celebrates the iconic women of Houston’s world-renowned medical community.  We were proud of Dr. Spiegel as […]

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Silicone Breast Implant Ultrasound

Silicone Breast Implant Ultrasound

Posted August 09, 2022 in Reconstruction

Breast implants are FDA-approved devices and are an important option for breast reconstruction and breast augmentation. Silicone implants are closely monitored by the FDA to ensure safety. Although the risk of implant rupture is relatively low over the lifetime of the device, implant screening is a priority to ensure implant safety. Currently, the FDA recommends […]

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