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October 5, 2012

New Study Identifies Four Types of Breast Cancer

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Specializing in breast reconstruction surgery, Dr. Franklyn Elliott knows it’s important to understand the biology of breast cancer and how it affects patients and their families. As an educator who frequently speaks at national and international plastic and reconstructive surgery conferences about breast procedures and techniques, he stays abreast of the latest breast cancer research.

A new study published in the journal Nature, reports that researchers performed a major analysis of breast cancer genetics finding more information about the 4 different types of breast cancer, specifically how they differ.

The researchers analyzed DNA of breast cancer tumors from 825 patients and found approximately 40 key differences in the genes among the 4 major types of breast cancer (basal-like or triple negative, luminal A, luminal B and HER2-enriched). This study differs from previous breast cancer research as scientists focused on the biological details of tumors rather than studying where the cancer occured in the breast.

The study’s results are impactful because they can potentially lead to more effective breast cancer drugs and treatments. Dr. Matthew Ellis, co-leader of the research, stated: “Now we can investigate which drugs work best for patients based on the genetic profiles of their tumors.”

For the over 200,000 women predicted to be diagnosed with breast cancer this year in the U.S., this is an important advancement. The first annual Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day to be held on October 17^th, 2012 to help educate women about their breast reconstruction options. Dr. Elliott will also be speaking at Plastic Surgery The Meeting, at the end of October on methods of breast reconstruction to fellow plastic surgeons.

If you are interested in learning more about breast reconstruction surgery, or other breast procedures, please contact us today. Be sure to connect with Dr. Elliott on Facebook, Twitter, and Google + for the latest cosmetic and reconstructive surgery news.

September 7, 2012

Coming in October 2012: Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day

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Dr. Franklyn Elliott Breast Reconstruction Breast Cancer Awareness Dr. Franklyn Elliott is passionate about reconstructive breast procedures and is looking forward to the first national Breast Reconstruction Awareness Day (BRA) being held October 17^th, 2012. As co-director of The Atlanta Breast Surgery Symposium, Dr. Elliott spends much of his time outside the operating room educating and teaching fellow physicians around the world about the most advanced and effective breast reconstruction techniques.

For women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, breast reconstruction surgery may be a consideration. A woman may choose to have breast reconstruction surgery during or after a mastectomy, or breast cancer removal surgery. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Elliott is committed to providing each of his patients with detailed information about their breast reconstruction options.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Plastic Surgery Foundation have launched the first national campaign focusing specifically on breast reconstruction awareness for women. According to the official BRA website, BRA Day USA, is a project designed to promote education, awareness, and access regarding post-mastectomy breast reconstruction. Although BRA day will be a first for the United States, it is to be held annually on the third Wednesday of every October. Many organizations are joining this important cause including Sientra and the New York Breast Reconstruction Alliance.

Stay tuned to our blog for more news about breast reconstruction surgery and BRA Day. If you are interested in discussing your breast reconstruction options with Dr. Elliott please call our office today. Don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ for the latest on breast surgery news and information.