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Melissa’s Law – Sending a message

May 15, 2012 By
melissa

Melissa Dohme was a 20-year-old college student and neonatal nursing assistant with her entire future ahead of her. But, that changed drastically on January 24, 2012 – when her ex-boyfriend bothered her incessantly, until she finally met him (to make him stop calling and texting all night long). Robert Lee Burton, Jr, 21, convinced her that he just wanted a hug. When she started to give him a hug, Burton launched into a murderous attack with his fists and two different knives that left Melissa with 32 stab wounds, a cracked skull, missing / loose teeth and in need of 12 pints of blood. A young couple, who bravely intervened against the 265 lb Burton, saved her life. Melissa, at her young age, should not have had to endure attempted murder. Nor should any of the women who are disfigured, daily, all over the world. Read about Melissa, Melissa’s Law and / or pledge to help victims of savage, disfiguring attacks, here. We are here for Melissa, and those who have shared similar fates…Together, we can send a message!

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Reconstructive Surgery Changes Trauma Victims’ Lives

May 6, 2012 By
Norris' Reconstructive Face Restoration: AP Images

After a self-inflicted gun shot wound was sustained to the face during a suicide attempt in 1997, there was very little left to Richard Norris’ face. Over the years he had many surgeries, but more recently underwent the world’s most comprehensive face transplant during a 36 hour procedure performed at Maryland Shock Trauma Center to repair Mr. Norris’ neck, jaw, teeth, tongue, scalp and all tissues and muscles located in those areas.

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Teaming up with Livestrong

April 8, 2012 By
Livestrong...together!

While recovering from breast cancer, a double mastectomy and reconstructive surgery – Sindy Smith’s doctor informed her that she would now be battling ovarian cancer. Reeling from shock, she did not know where to turn. She found amazing physical and emotional support through a local chapter of Livestrong; the free-of-charge program started by champion cyclist / testicular cancer survivor, Lance Armstrong. No one should have to face cancer alone. Survivors show their strength by banding together, and help each other form a team…to BEAT IT!

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Hooray for Hollywood!

March 12, 2012 By
Oscar win honors Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Mohammed Jawad

Most people think of the annual Academy Awards as a time to look at pretty gowns and celebrate their favorite actors and actresses. But, it also seeks to raise social awareness by honoring documentary and foreign film makers. We are pleased to announce that the Documentary Short Subject Oscar went to a documentary about a reconstructive surgeon, and his work with acid burn victims.

‘Saving Face’ chronicles the work of renowned reconstructive surgeon Dr. Mohammed Jawad – who came to fame with his diligent and brilliant work on British acid burn victim Katie Piper. This documentary focuses on his work in Pakistan, where he helps women who are survivors of acid attacks, generally from their own families. ‘Saving Face’ debuted on HBO in the USA on March 8th, and be shown on Channel 4 in the UK in early April, after being screened as part of the Human Rights Watch Film Festival UK, on March 28th and 29th, 2012.

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Increasing the “Hope Quotient”

February 6, 2012 By
Baby In Need

Every year many babies are born with facial birth defects and cleft palates. This is scary for many parents who seek reconstructive plastic surgeons to help give their children new hope by correcting their facial deformities. There are many programs and surgeons who donate their time to help special cases.

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Mommy Makeovers Help Moms Get Their Bodies Back!

January 11, 2012 By
Emily's Mommy Makeover

There are many changes for new moms, especially taking care of a new born child, which is a top-priority. But for many mommies, getting their bodies back to normal after child-birth can be a real challenge. Mommy Makeovers can include: liposuction, tummy tuck and breast surgery, and they are a solution to help moms get their bodies back after children.

Filed Under: Bariatric Surgery, Body Lift, Boob Job, Breast Augmentation, Breast Enlargement, Breast Fat Transfer, Breast Implants, Breast Lift, Breast Reconstruction, Breast Reduction, Cellulite Reduction, Dermal Fillers, Eye Lift, Face Lift, Facial Surgery, Fat Transfer, Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation, Labiaplasty, Laser Lipo, Laser sculpture, Laser Skin, Lipo sculpture, Liposuction, Microdermabrasion, Mole Removal, Natural Breast Enhancement, Nonsurgical Breast Augmentation, Nonsurgical Liposuction, Nose Job, Nose Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Rhinoplasty, Scar Removal, Skin Tightening, Smart Lipo MPX, SmartLipo, Spider Veins, Tattoo Removal, Tumescent Liposuction, Tummy Tuck, Ultrasonic Liposuction, Vaginal Rejuvenation, Varicose Veins, Veins, Water Assisted Liposuction