Personalized mRNA Vaccine for Melanoma: Why We Are Excited
Merck and Moderna's personalized mRNA vaccine for melanoma cut recurrence risk in a Phase 3 trial. Here is what it means for cancer patients everywhere....
04 September, 2026
Breast Cancer
ASBrS 2026 Highlights & Major Insurance Win for Sensation
There are some weeks in this work that feel like a turning point — and this past one was one of them. Between speaking on the mainstage at the largest annual breast surgery meeting in the country and a quiet but historic update from one...
08 May, 2026
Circulating Tumor DNA Testing: A Proactive Approach to Detecting Breast Cancer Recurrence
For many who have completed treatment for invasive breast cancer, one of the hardest parts of recovery is the uncertainty that follows. The standard approach to surveillance has traditionally relied on imaging and physical symptoms — meaning a recurrence often isn't caught until it has...
01 April, 2026
Your Mammogram Matters: What to Know About Screening and Peace of Mind
Each October, National Mammography Day serves as an important reminder for women everywhere to schedule their annual screenings. Observed on the third Friday of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, it highlights the power of early detection and the life-saving impact of consistent breast health care.For many...
17 October, 2025
How to Do a Breast Self-Exam
Knowing how to do a breast self-exam is one of the most powerful steps you can take for your health. A breast self-exam helps you build awareness of how your breasts normally look and feel, which makes it easier to recognize changes when they occur....
01 October, 2025
How to Prepare Your Body for Breast Surgery
When it comes to breast surgery—whether it’s reconstruction, augmentation, reduction, or other breast procedures—many patients ask what they can do ahead of time to set themselves up for the best possible recovery. ...
03 July, 2025
Metastatic Breast Cancer
Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day brings much-needed attention to the ongoing fight against stage IV breast cancer. While significant strides have been made in early detection and treatment for other forms of breast cancer, stage IV deserves so much more in terms of research and...
17 October, 2024
Achieving Natural-Looking Results with Hidden Scar Lumpectomy and Oncoplastic Reconstruction
When considering breast cancer surgery options, many patients express concern about potential deformities following a lumpectomy and radiation. These worries are understandable, but advancements in surgical techniques have made it possible for many patients to achieve excellent aesthetic outcomes and really look like themselves again...
11 July, 2024
Upneeq Now Available at Our San Francisco Practice
We are excited to announce that Upneeq, the first and only FDA-approved prescription eye drop for acquired ptosis (low-lying lids), is now available at our practice in San Francisco. Upneeq provides a non-surgical solution to lift your eyelids, offering a brighter, more youthful appearance and...
20 June, 2024
Introducing New Post-Surgical Bras at Our Practice
We are thrilled to announce an exciting addition to the patient care services here at our practice. Understanding the unique needs of our patients, especially those undergoing surgery, we are now offering a specially curated selection of post-surgical bras designed for optimal comfort and support...
29 April, 2024