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Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA

Accepting New Patients

(1085 Ratings)

Specializes in: Plastic Surgery

Professional interests include: Botox injection, breast reconstruction, breast augmentation, and more.

1243 S Cedar Crest Boulevard Suite 301
Allentown, PA 18103

(610) 402-4375

Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA is in Allentown, PA specializing in plastic surgery. Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG) and Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Office Locations

Address:

1243 S Cedar Crest Boulevard Suite 301
Allentown, PA 18103

Address:

4110 Independence Drive Suite 300
Schnecksville, PA 18078

Some issues Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA can help you with:

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:

Immediate reconstruction rebuilds the breast right after mastectomy. This method is not recommended if additional chemotherapy or radiation is needed after surgery.
Delayed reconstruction occurs after chemotherapy or radiation has been given. These treatments may decrease the volume or alter the color of the reconstructed breast, so they should be completed before the breast is rebuilt. This type of reconstruction may happen weeks, months, or even years after mastectomy.
Staged reconstruction splits the reconstructive process into two parts. The first part inserts temporary expanders to stretch the skin and is done immediately after breast removal surgery. The second part replaces the expanders with implants after chemotherapy or radiation treatments have been given.

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.

Skin Grafting

When a large area of skin is too damaged to heal, a skin graft may be used to protect the tissue underneath and reduce scarring. A layer of healthy skin is taken and moved to the injured area, where it is fixed in place. Skin grafts are used to treat burns, infections, large wounds, ulcers, and other significant problems that affect the skin.

There are several different types of skin graft, depending on where the donor skin is taken from:

Autografts, where healthy skin is taken from another place on the patient's body
Allografts, where the donor skin is taken from another person or cadaver
Xenografts, which are harvested from animals and are used temporarily like a dressing to cover a wound
Synthetic grafts, which are made from non-biological materials, like silicone

In all cases, the skin graft may either be full-thickness or partial-thickness. While thicker grafts make recovery more difficult for the donor site, they heal more easily than thinner grafts.

Before skin graft surgery, patients are given anesthesia so they cannot feel any pain. If using an autograft, the surgeon carefully measures and removes the skin from the donor site. Sometimes the graft is cut in a mesh-like pattern, to allow a small piece of donated skin to stretch and cover a larger area. This also helps oxygen pass through the graft. The site where the skin graft will go is cleaned well to remove any dirt, bacteria, or dead skin cells. Then the skin graft is placed and attached with stitches or staples. It is often covered with antibacterial ointment and supportive bandages for the first few days.

As the skin graft heals into its new position, new blood vessels grow to reach and support the skin. Depending on the thickness of the graft, oil glands, sweat glands, and hair follicles may also regrow. Recovery time depends on the thickness of the graft and the overall health of the skin in the grafted area, but it generally takes from two to four weeks.

Skin Issues

The skin is the largest organ in the body, protecting and covering the more sensitive inner organs. Considering its size and that it is constantly exposed to the elements, the skin is usually relatively problem-free. However that doesn't mean that issues don't come up from time to time that might need the help of a professional. The most common skin issues that people seek medical help with are cosmetic issues, acne, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, and skin growths.

Professional cosmetic skin treatments exist to treat wrinkles, scars, dark spots, remove excess hair, tone and tighten skin, and otherwise improve the appearance of the skin. They may use lasers, light therapy, chemical peels, microdermabrasion, or many other forms of skin treatment.

Acne occurs when hair follicles become clogged with oil and dead skin cells, most commonly on the face or back. The clogged follicles can then become infected and inflamed. Treatments include antibiotics, anti-inflammatories, and retinoid creams.

Eczema is dry, sensitive skin that causes an itchy red rash, often in response to specific triggers. It is common in childhood but can sometimes last into adulthood. The main treatment involves keeping skin well moisturized.

Dermatitis is the medical name for any kind of skin inflammation or rash. Rashes can happen because of an allergy or contact with an irritating substance. They may be red, itchy, or even painful. They are often treated with antihistamines or moisturizing creams containing cortisone.

Psoriasis is patches of thick, red skin that is covered in silvery scales. It is often itchy and sore. Psoriasis is thought to be caused by an immune disorder, and it runs in families. Psoriasis is not contagious. There is no cure, but there are medicated creams available to treat the symptoms.

Skin growths, including warts and moles, are usually not serious. However, some skin growths should be examined by a doctor to make sure they don't cause problems in the future. Warts are harmless, rough, bumpy growths caused by a viral infection. They occur most often on the hands and feet. Because they are caused by a virus, they are contagious. Moles are brown or black spots that are sometimes raised slightly from the surface of the skin. They happen when clumps of pigment cells form in a cluster instead of spread out. Moles are harmless except that they are more vulnerable to cancer than other parts of the skin. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and its risk increases with sun exposure and fair skin tone.

Skin issues can be embarrassing or irritating, but most are minor and can be treated without serious problems. Some, however, can be a sign of a more significant issue, so it is important to see a doctor for anything out of the ordinary.

emergency care	93

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	60

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	78
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	29
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	13
Less than 65	30

Hypertension	67
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	22
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

emergency care	91

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	79

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	91
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	50
From 75 to 84	22
85 and over	15
Less than 65	25

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	57
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

doctor visit	187
lab tests	23
preventive care	28
vaccines	28

**Gender**
Male	168
Female	224

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	338
Black	0
Hispanic	26
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	190
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Hypertension	58
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	6
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	7

doctor visit	155
lab tests	19
preventive care	19
vaccines	19

**Gender**
Male	66
Female	113

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	150
Black	0
Hispanic	15
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	48
85 and over	14
Less than 65	37

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	19
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

diagnostic procedures	41
doctor visit	233
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	69
skin procedures	69

**Gender**
Male	95
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	170
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	78
From 75 to 84	61
85 and over	25
Less than 65	25

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	31
Dementia	6
Cancer	12

diagnostic procedures	49
doctor visit	330
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	165
skin procedures	165

**Gender**
Male	120
Female	134

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	234
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	84
85 and over	42
Less than 65	33

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	31
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	29
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	28
Dementia	8
Cancer	9

doctor visit	410
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	160
skin procedures	160

**Gender**
Male	143
Female	165

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	284
Black	0
Hispanic	13
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	135
From 75 to 84	88
85 and over	50
Less than 65	35

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	69
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	5
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	10
Cancer	12

doctor visit	365
minor procedures	10
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	146
skin procedures	146
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	10

**Gender**
Male	123
Female	151

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	261
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	112
From 75 to 84	98
85 and over	47
Less than 65	17

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	39
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

doctor visit	659
minor procedures	13
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	220
skin procedures	220
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	13

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA treated as in Allentown, PA were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), skin procedures, emergency care and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	45
doctor visit	336
emergency care	92
lab tests	21
minor procedures	11
preventive care	23
removal of lesion (e.g. growth)	152
skin procedures	152
vaccines	23
wound repair (e.g. stitches)	11

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA.

**Gender**
Male	78
Female	102

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	160
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	5
Other	0

**Age**
85 and over	20
75 to 84	52
Less than 65	20
65 to 74	76

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and diabetes.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	6
Osteoporosis	4
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	21
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	3
Cancer	7

Education & Training

She has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG)

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Ratings & Reviews

Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.77 out of 5 stars based on 1085 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Kimberly Ann Tacconi, MSPAS, PA from all over the web to help you find the right in Allentown, PA.

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Biography

Ms. Kimberly Tacconi is a specialist in plastic surgery in Schnecksville, PA and Allentown, PA. Patient reviews placed her at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). These areas are among Ms. Tacconi's clinical interests: gynecomastia, tummy tuck (abdominoplasty), and breast reconstruction. She is professionally affiliated with Lehigh Valley Physician Group (LVPG). Her practice in Allentown, PA is open to new patients as reported by Lehigh Valley Health Network.