Breast Reconstruction Baton Rouge

THE GOLD STANDARD IN BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY

Breast Reconstruction Baton Rouge

THE GOLD STANDARD IN BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY

 

Breast Cancer Reconstruction can be performed to restore the breasts pre- or post- mastectomy. Depending on your body, needs, and preference, Dr. Theunissen offers many breast reconstruction options, some of which can be performed in conjunction with others to achieve desired results. Dr. Theunissen employs only the most advanced muscle-sparing procedures, which take skin and fat tissue, from your abdomenbuttocksthigh area, and sometimes multiple areas. Muscle – Sparing procedures are considered the “gold-standard” now because women can recover faster, without sacrificing much needed, core-strength muscles as previously sacrificed  in older, dated procedures, such as with TRAM Flaps.

Dr. Theunissen and his staff understand being diagnosed with cancer is hard enough to deal with, which is why they are available to answer all of your questions and concerns to help you be as informed as possible. In addition, Dr. Theunissen employs the assistance of  other microsurgeons for microvascular breast reconstruction cases in order to minimize operative time and optimize results for his patients in the Baton Rouge and New Orleans areas.

RAISING THE BAR

WHY TRAVEL TO DR. THEUNISSEN FOR BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY

Dr. Theunissen is amongst the best breast reconstruction surgeons in the U.S. -reconstructing hundreds breasts every year.  Not only are our patients very happy with their results, but there are so many more reasons so many women with breast cancer feel at ease when choosing Dr. Theunissen for their reconstruction. Dr. Theunissen is there for his patients every step of the way and constantly striving to push beyond the standard. Another reason so many patients choose to travel to Baton Rouge for Dr. Theunissen is because he can perform the same surgery, with beautiful outcomes, in less than half the surgery time. The national average for bilateral free flaps, reconstructing both breasts, is about 10 hours. Dr. Theunissen can reconstruct both breast in about 4 hours. This is a big deal for women because shorter anesthesia time equals:

  • Faster Recovery
  • Less Chance for Complications

Dr. Theunissen’s patients also can have the peace of mind knowing that their chance of having a successful surgery has also increased. The National average for a successfull free flap breast reconstruction is 96.3%, Dr. Theunissen’s success rate is 99.2%.

While this percentage could appear as a small increase, one should take into conderation that Dr. Theunissen performs many more reconstructions than the average reconstructive surgeon.

RAISING THE BAR

WHY TRAVEL TO DR. THEUNISSEN FOR BREAST RECONSTRUCTION SURGERY

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Dr. Theunissen is amongst the best breast reconstruction surgeons in the U.S. -reconstructing hundreds breasts every year.  Not only are our patients very happy with their results, but there are so many more reasons so many women with breast cancer feel at ease when choosing Dr. Theunissen for their reconstruction. Dr. Theunissen is there for his patients every step of the way and constantly striving to push beyond the standard. Another reason so many patients choose to travel to Baton Rouge for Dr. Theunissen is because he can perform the same surgery, with beautiful outcomes, in less than half the surgery time. The national average for bilateral free flaps, reconstructing both breasts, is about 10 hours. Dr. Theunissen can reconstruct both breast in about 4 hours. This is a big deal for women because shorter anesthesia time equals:

  • Faster Recovery
  • Less Chance for Complications

Dr. Theunissen’s patients also can have the peace of mind knowing that their chance of having a successful surgery has also increased. The National average for a successfull free flap breast reconstruction is 96.3%, Dr. Theunissen’s success rate is 99.2%.

While this percentage could appear as a small increase, one should take into conderation that Dr. Theunissen performs many more reconstructions than the average reconstructive surgeon.

Reviews & Testimonials

What Our Patients Are Saying

Dr. Theunissen performed a double breast reconstruction for me, and I have been very pleased with my care and the final results of my surgery. Dr. T knows his field extremely well and is a skilled surgeon and the nicest physician I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.

 DOUBLE BREAST RECONSTRUCTION

I was referred to Dr. Theunissen by my oncologist Dr. Bowie(for breast reconstruction). This was not a surgery I wanted to do but needed to do, and I had a lot of anxiety. He really eased my mind by answering all my questions. I trusted Dr. Theunissen & his staff to take care of everything, and I’m glad I did! I could not be more happy & healthier now!! :-)”

DIEP RECONSTRUCTION -A.L.

“After complications with breast reconstruction implants from previous double mastectomy and reconstruction performed by well-known surgeon in New Orleans, Dr. T spent several visits with me explaining Diep Flap procedure. I really did not want to have this surgery; however, it was my best option. I’m so thankful for Dr. Theunissen and his highly experienced staff! My results are fabulous! I smile every day when I think of what a challenge I was and how happy I am today! Dr. Theunissen did his job, God heals!!!”

DIEP RECONSTRUCTION