About the event
Whether you are exploring your reconstruction options following a mastectomy, preparing for surgery, or curious about what recovery looks like, this webinar offers candid, firsthand perspectives on what it truly means to undergo DIEP flap surgery.
What to Expect:
- An overview of what DIEP flap surgery is and how it differs from other reconstruction options
- Personal reflections on why each panelist chose this specific surgery
- Tips on how to prepare for surgery, both physically and emotionally
- A discussion on the recovery process—what’s realistic, what’s unexpected, and how to manage it
- A moderated conversation followed by a live audience Q&A
Meet the Panelists:
- Brenda Coronado
- Beth Granchi Diagnosed with invasive lobular breast cancer in August 2022, she initially underwent a right-sided lumpectomy, followed by a bilateral mastectomy with immediate reconstruction. Complications led to the removal of an expander, and she completed chest wall radiation in February 2023. After a period of recovery, she explored reconstruction options and, after consulting multiple surgeons, underwent DIEP flap surgery in June 2024, with a revision in December 2024. Her journey reflects resilience and thoughtful decision-making through complex treatment choices.
- Jen Tipton leads DIEP Flap Yoga for the SBC community. Jen had a double mastectomy and DIEP flap reconstruction. She has over 20 years of experience leading fitness and movement and is a certified Cancer Exercise Specialist.
- Maria Caucci
Who Should Attend: This webinar is designed for anyone exploring breast reconstruction options, newly diagnosed patients, those preparing for surgery, survivors considering revision, caregivers, and healthcare professionals seeking deeper patient-centered understanding.
