Where Is DIEP Flap Surgery Performed?
Dr. Davison performs surgeries in several local hospitals including Georgetown, Sibley and Virginia Hospital – the location of the latest NBCS breast cancer center. Will Insurance Pay For DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction Surgery? Most breast reconstruction surgeries are covered. Symmetry operations on the other breast for prophylactic surgeries are also usually covered. How Long Does DIEP Flap Breast Reconstruction Surgery Take? This varies with each patient – but it generally takes several hours. Dr. Davison will be able to give you a time frame during your consultation. What Is Recovery Like After DIEP Flap Reconstruction? Recovery time varies with each patient also. We will give you some guidelines that will help you with planning. It is important that you have a responsible adult stay with you after your surgery, and for a few days when you get home. Will I Look Different After DIEP Flap Reconstruction Surgery? You will wake up with breast mounds in place. Healing takes time – but y
