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Posted May 07, 2020 in Support Group
Dr. Spiegel welcomed everyone to the Pink Retreat and thanked them for participating in the event. Everyone agreed it was a great way to meet new friends that share a common bond and who they may not have met otherwise. Lots of great information was gained on Nutrition, General Wellness, and Lymphedema. The laughter and […]
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Posted June 04, 2018 in Community, Events
“We pledge to provide information and support to breast cancer patients who desire restoration that enhances a positive physical and mental vitality so that every survivor lives each day to its fullest.” […]
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Posted May 29, 2018 in Community, Reconstruction
If you haven’t heard already, I wanted to be sure you know about the great programs Houston Methodist Hospital Cancer Center has put together at no cost to help support you through your breast cancer journey. They include a guided tour at a local grocery to learn more about healthy food choices, a beauty workshop […]
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Posted September 22, 2017 in Community, Events, Reconstruction
Houston Methodist Breast Care Center and Houston Methodist Cancer Center are hosting a ladies night out, Positively Pink for Breast Health at Hotel ZaZa on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 from 6-8pm. Please join Drs. Luz Venta, Breast Radiologist, Tejal Patel, Breast Medical Oncologist, Sherry Lim, Breast Surgeon and Aldona Spiegel, Breast Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon for […]
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Posted September 22, 2017 in Community, Events, Reconstruction
Houston Methodist Cancer Center Survivorship Series Whole Foods Market on Kirby Join the oncology team at Houston Methodist Hospital and fellow cancer survivors for a store tour to learn about smart food shopping and healthy eating choices. Learn how to choose and shop for foods that are fresh and healthy to support your well-being. Sample […]
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Posted June 15, 2017 in Community, Events, Reconstruction
Dr. Spiegel is honored to be invited to speak at the WSRM Congress this weekend in Seoul Korea. She will be presenting on “ Aesthetic Refinements in Autologous Breast Reconstruction” to other reconstructive microsurgeons from around the world. The (WSRM) is a world premiere organization that was created when the International Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery […]
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Posted May 02, 2017 in Community, Dr. Aldona Spiegel, Events, Reconstruction
It’s important to know we are not alone AND we don’t have to face breast cancer alone. Dr. Aldona J. Spiegel’s patients, Jenna, Aleena, Melissa, and Sylvie share their stories about breast reconstruction and their experiences as a patient of Dr. Spiegel’s in an article published by Best of HTexas 2016 . HTexas is Houston’s Premiere Lifestyle Magazine […]
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Posted April 10, 2017 in Community, Reconstruction
Meet Marcela~ Marcela Rodriguez is a young woman who was 19 weeks along in her third pregnancy when a small lump in her breast was discovered. After ultrasound, Marcela learned she had ductal carcinoma and would need a mastectomy followed by chemotherapy. Once her treatment was completed, Marcela elected to have breast reconstruction with Dr. […]
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Posted March 27, 2017 in Community, Reconstruction
Breast Implant Associated Anaplastic Large-Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL) is extremely rare and treatable T-cell lymphoma, not breast cancer. There appears to be an increased risk of developing BIA-ALCL in women with breast implants, requiring further investigation. It has been noted that most reported incidences are women who have textured implants. To the best of our knowledge, […]
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Posted January 30, 2017 in Community, Events, Reconstruction
In an article published today on the front page of the New York Times, Dr. Aldona Spiegel, a pioneer in breast sensation restoration, discusses the success she has had restoring breast sensation for many of her patients. Her patient Karen Holt shares her experience in the article as well. Dr. Spiegel hopes to bring returning […]
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