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The Lateral Paramedian: Revisiting a Forgotten Incision Introduction The objective of this review article is to revisit the lateral paramedian incision and examine its strengths and weaknesses as a portal of entry into the peritoneal cavity, and why it has, over the last 20 years, become so infrequently performed.  The […]

Desmoids of the Shoulder and Bilateral Breasts in the absence of FAP or Gardner’s Syndrome: A Case Report and Review of the Literature Abstract Desmoid tumors constitute 0.02% to 0.03% of all tumors.  Consequently, few case reports exist for breast desmoids, even fewer identifying bilateral disease.  We present a case […]

Examining the Utility of Performing Sentinel Node Biopsies for T1 melanomas with Breslow depths between 0.75 and 1.0 mm: A Review of a 20 Year Experience Kenneth B. Hughes, MD Aesthetic Surgery Fellow Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery BethIsrael Deaconess Medical Center HarvardMedical School William Jewell, MD Professor of […]

Insights into the Management of Keloid Scars: A Survey-Based Protocol Kenneth B. Hughes, M.D. Abstract In the broad array of literature as it relates to keloid treatment, there is a global absence of definitive protocols in the management of keloid scars.  The goal of this project was to find some […]

The Effect of Radiation on Complication, Reoperation and Capsular Contracture Rates in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction Following the Introduction of Skin-Sparing Mastectomy (SSM) Techniques Introduction Mastectomies have implications for the psychosocial well being of the patient and every attempt should made to reconstruct the breast in suitable patients.(1) Skin-sparing mastectomy (SSM) […]

The Effect of Radiation on Complication, Reoperation, and Capsular Contracture Rates in Implant-Based Breast Reconstruction with the Introduction of Skin-Sparing Mastectomy (SSM) Techniques Introduction Skin-sparing mastectomy with expander/implant reconstruction has been evaluated little in the literature. A PubMed search of “skin sparing mastectomy” AND “tissue expansion” OR “implant” revealed 30 […]

Telemedicine: Risks, Benefits, and Pitfalls in the Postoperative Care of Plastic Surgery Patients and Review of the Literature Background As a practice grows in volume and reputation, a plastic surgeon may be asked to perform surgical procedures on patients from neighboring states, other areas of the country, and even other […]

In the ever-evolving world of cosmetic procedures, advancements are continually made to provide individuals with effective and minimally invasive options. BodyTite, a cutting-edge skin tightening technology, has emerged as a popular choice for those seeking to enhance their appearance without undergoing traditional surgery.  To better understand this treatment, we’ll delve […]