Ep 14 Breast Lift & Breast Cancer Surgery | Dr Pouria Moradi

Episode 14 welcomes back Dr Pouria Moradi (Plastic Surgeon from Sydney, Australia) In our previous episode with Pouira we discussed comsemtic breast augmentation surgery using implants. But what are the options if the breast tissue is heavy or sagging such as after breastfeeding? In this situation, more invasive surgery is required to lift or shape the breasts. And what happens if you've had breast cancer surgery and have lost one or both breasts? Is it possible to surgically create new breasts? 0:00 Introduction 1:03 Meet Dr Pouria Moradi 3:19 Innovation in Breast Implant Technology 5:16 Breast Implant Illness Discussion 9:44 Symptoms and Diagnosis Challenges 11:56 Patient Experiences and Implant Removal 14:01 Introduction to Breast Reconstruction 16:30 Difference Between Augmentation and Reconstruction 18:16 Developmental Breast Conditions 23:53 Tuberous Breast Deformity Explained 27:02 Insurance Coverage and Medicare Rules 30:22 Breast Lift and Implant Considerations 33:44 Types of Breast Reconstruction Procedures 37:39 Mastectomy Types and Surgical Evolution 41:39 Nipple Sparing and Skin Sparing Techniques 45:36 Genetic Risk and BRCA Gene Discussion 48:05 Prophylactic Mastectomy Decisions 51:43 Immediate Versus Delayed Reconstruction 57:32 Role of Radiotherapy in Surgical Planning 1:01:04 Breast Reduction and Public Healthcare Criteria 1:03:30 Reconstruction After Massive Weight Loss 1:07:48 Transgender Breast Surgery Overview 1:12:19 Surgical Team Roles and Multidisciplinary Care 1:16:00 Implant Versus Tissue Reconstruction Options 1:19:56 Free Tissue Transfer Using Tummy Tissue 1:22:22 Microsurgery and Flap Reconstruction 1:25:07 Advantages of Autologous Tissue Reconstruction 1:27:43 Alternative Tissue Flap Techniques 1:30:37 Role of Surgical Mesh and Modern Materials 1:33:59 Post Pregnancy Breast Changes and Lift Decisions 1:36:53 Implant Positioning and Deformity Risks 1:39:25 Psychological Considerations in Reconstruction 1:42:10 Role of Psychologists and Support Teams 1:44:30 Breast Implant Registry and Data Tracking 1:48:40 Surgical Risks and Complications 1:53:30 Recovery Timeline and Return to Work 1:55:45 Aesthetic Outcome and Reconstruction Journey 2:00:30 Breast Cancer Screening and Self Examination 2:03:05 Warning Signs and Early Detection 2:05:40 Cost of Reconstruction in Public Versus Private Care 2:10:55 Cosmetic Surgery Cost Considerations 2:13:30 Accessing Support Resources 2:18:00 Contact Information and Patient Education 2:20:15 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up ALL LINKS & CONTACT INFORMATION