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Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD is a plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, CA specializing in plastic surgery. Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD is affiliated with Keck Medical Center of USC, USC Arcadia Hospital and USC CARE MEDICAL GROUP INC.
Keck Medical Center of USC
Keck Medical Center of USC
Breast Reconstruction
Breast reconstruction is surgery to restore the appearance of the breast, usually after a mastectomy. The choice of how to proceed after the removal of a breast is a deeply personal one, with some women opting to wear a prosthetic form in a bra, and others choosing to embrace their new breastless form as a reminder of their strength and survival. Those options are perfectly acceptable, but many women feel most comfortable with their missing breast tissue surgically replaced. Breast reconstruction can be part of a patient's return to normal after experiencing breast cancer.
There are a few different methods used to create the round shape of the breast on the chest. A flap of fat, skin, and muscle can be taken from the side, abdomen or buttock and implanted on the chest to create a breast from the patient's own tissue. Alternatively, the skin over the chest may be gradually stretched to allow for the placement of an implant. Stretching of the skin is done using expanders, which are similar to breast implants, except they increase in size when saltwater solution is injected into them. Many women also choose to combine the flap procedure with implant placement to achieve their desired result. Once the new breast shape is formed, a nipple can be created and even tattooed to match the other side.
Reconstruction may be done in a single surgery or broken up into multiple procedures:
Breast reconstruction is not perfect. The two breasts may not always look exactly identical, although they will be close. There may be small scars, and a loss of sensation in the reconstructed breast. A reconstructed breast will not produce milk, so patients may have trouble breastfeeding. Still, reconstruction is a great option for women who want that part of their appearance back.
She is certified by the Plastic Surgery - Board Certified and has a state license in Illinois.
Board Certification: Plastic Surgery - Board Certified
Licensed In: Illinois
Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana ChoiceCare Network, Great-West Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, TriWest, Aetna, United Healthcare, Interplan, Medicare, Coventry, Cigna, GEHA, Anthem, First Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Beech Street, PacifiCare, Health Net, Brand New Day, Marian Health Services, Watchtower, Health Net Covered California, Kern Health Systems, Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers Health & Welfare, USC Network, Take Care (GUAM), Union Roofers Health & Welfare Fund, Blue Shield Covered California, Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital, NEXT and Health Plans of Nevada.
According to our sources, Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 19 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Emma C. Koesters, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Los Angeles, CA.
Dr. Emma Koesters is a plastic surgery specialist. Clinical interests for Dr. Koesters include microsurgery, women's health issues, and lymphedema. Her patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). She usually is in-network for Anthem, PacifiCare, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. She is affiliated with Keck Medical Center of USC and USC Arcadia Hospital.
