My journey began July 2015. I had made lifestyle changes at the beginning of the year, with a healthier diet and daily exercise resulting in a 30 pound weight loss. I was thrilled with my progress until one day, kind of out of nowhere, my breasts went way down south. I decided I needed a… Continue Reading »
Dr. Alexander, When I was in the office on Wednesday, I made a comment about cancer being good for me. You asked me to write something for you: Cancer has been good for me. I have come to embrace a version of myself I never would have considered. Who knew my best look would come… Continue Reading »
Seventeen years–that is how long it has been since I was diagnosed with breast cancer. I remember the emotional rollercoaster. Suddenly, death was no longer something I would have to prepare for someday when I get old, but a part of my everyday thoughts. I was in my early thirties with a two-year-old son, five-year-old… Continue Reading »
My world, a vertiginous roller-coaster of motherhood, family responsibilities and profession, came to an abrupt halt on December 15, 2004 at 3:30 PM. “I am sorry but you have cancer” was the doctor’s comment over the phone. Could she really understand what I felt? Through the torrent of tears flowing as never before I saw… Continue Reading »
For a woman that wears so many hats, it’s easy to get caught up in life and forget to be good to yourself. Almost 3 years ago, I decided I was going to put myself as a priority in my life and I started doing the things that were important to me like exercising, eating healthy,… Continue Reading »
From May to August of 2015, I worked at Artisan Plastic Surgery as Dr. Alexander’s intern. Before I came to the practice, I knew that I wanted to pursue plastic surgery as a career, but what I was unaware of was the personal growth I would develop during my time at Artisan. During my internship… Continue Reading »
God created us with glorious purpose! He has shown me that a few times in my life, and one of the most meaningful was after being diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. Not something one wants to experience, but Jesus was so faithful in making me constantly aware of His presence and His love and… Continue Reading »
In December of 1999 I underwent a lumpectomy and a radical mastectomy on my right breast. After months of healing and chemotherapy, I vowed never to let a surgeon near me again! So, for the next six 6 years, I learned to adjust and adapt. My greatest frustration was with clothing. The “grannie” underwear was… Continue Reading »
I have wanted to be a doctor since I was four years old, and as I’ve become older I have been drawn to the inherent creativity of plastic surgery. The combination of art, creativity, clinical care, and patient interaction that plastic surgery entails is mesmerizing to me. Now, I have the exciting opportunity to work… Continue Reading »
Learning that you have breast cancer is not easy for anyone. It’s the shock of your life, and for me, it occurred just after my 31st birthday. I was convinced that it wasn’t cancer. My primary care doctor who examined me said it didn’t have the features of cancer. It was not hard and immobile…. Continue Reading »