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By Dr. Paul Pierce Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers affecting women. Approximately 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer during their lifetime. With such high numbers of patients, options for treating breast cancer are constantly evolving. The most common approach, however, remains surgical removal. As a plastic […]
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Pulling on the Same Oar
By David J. Archibald, MD FACS Wilbur and Orville Wright. Watson and Crick. Lennon and McCartney. Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. History is full of examples of collaboration that have changed the world for the better. Unfortunately, the delivery of health care is often far from collaborative. Too often, the time and energy of coordinating […]
The Challenge of Rhinoplasty “The nose knows….”
By Dr. James Banich Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon The nose is the center of the face. Subtle changes in the shape and size of the nose can make a major impact on the entire facial aesthetic. It is for that reason that altering the shape of the nose is, in my opinion, one of the most challenging […]
Breast Cancer and Increased Melanoma Risk – What you need to know if you’ve had breast cancer
By Jennifer Garrick, FNP-BC DCNP As a long-time nurse in the hospital and later in private practice, I have taken care of many patients dealing with breast cancer. Seeing their journeys, heroism, and strength have made me a better Nurse Practitioner. So I share my medical advice here to help those who have had breast […]
Breast Augmentation: Cost, Options, and Choosing Your Plastic Surgeon
What exactly is breast augmentation or breast implants? The answer to that question opens up the possibilities, if you are considering a surgical solution for your breast shape and size. In simple terms, a breast augmentation is a surgery to increase the volume and change the shape of breasts. Women who pursue this option are […]
Who Is Dr. James Banich?
Ask any of the patients of Vanguard Skin Specialists why they really keep coming back, and they’ll tell you it’s because of the care and attention to detail that they receive at every visit with Dr. Banich and his colleagues. Dr. James (Jim) Banich is a general plastic surgeon, with the ability to reconstruct a […]
Zombie Hands to Baby Hands
“I was in the operating room, scrubbing my hands to assist a doctor with surgery,” shares Vanguard’s aesthetic nurse Mandy. He looked down at my hands and said in his deadpan, joking way, “You have old hands. They look like zombie hands.” Mandy continued, “I have a great relationship with this doctor, known for his […]
