- Are you a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons?
- Have you been trained in breast reconstruction techniques?
- What types of breast reconstructions do you perform?
- How many years of experience do you have in breast reconstruction?
- Which type of breast reconstruction do you advise would suit me best?
- Why are other types of breast reconstruction not suited to my situation?
- How much will the hospital, surgical, equipment and anaesthetic services cost?
- How long will the surgery take?
- How long will I need to stay in hospital?
- How long will my recovery at home take and why?
- What possible problems might occur with this type of breast reconstruction?
- How will these problems be treated and how will this delay my recovery?
- What kind of help will I need throughout my recovery?
- How will my physical functioning be restricted during my extended recovery period?
- How much time will I need to take off work (specify occupation)?
- Will I still be able to attend to the needs of my children during my recovery (specify current parental role demands)?
- Will I still be able to participate in sports/leisure activities following breast reconstruction (specify)?
- How should I expect my reconstructed breast to look and feel?
- What is expected of me to achieve the best possible results from this surgery?
- Do you have any patients who have had preventative (prophylactic) breast reconstruction in a similar situation to me who may be willing to speak with me?
- Do you have any photos of women who have had preventative (prophylactic) breast reconstruction?
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Last updated 20 October 2020
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