PRMA Plastic Surgery - Center for Advanced Breast Reconstruction

04/25/2026

Knowing what to expect after a DIEP flap can make the recovery feel far less overwhelming. 💗

As Dr. Merceron explains, patients typically spend 2–3 days in the hospital so we can closely monitor blood flow to the flap. 🏥

After heading home, follow‑up visits help us check drains, answer questions, and make sure healing is progressing well.

Over the next several weeks, energy gradually returns ✨
—and by around 4–6 weeks, many patients are feeling more like themselves and able to get back to daily life and work.

Later check‑ins allow us to focus on long‑term healing and, if desired, discuss options like scar revision or fat grafting.

Every step is intentional, supportive, and tailored to you. 👏

💬 Considering breast reconstruction? Our team is here to walk with you every step of the way. Tap the 🔗 in bio to schedule a consultation.

04/24/2026

Five weeks post‑op and feeling strong, confident, and supported—stories like this are why we do what we do. 💗

Dr. Whipple’s expertise, compassion, and thoughtful approach help patients feel informed, empowered, and truly cared for at every stage of their reconstruction journey.

From surgery to recovery, Dr. Whipple, Luisa, and our entire care team are deeply committed to being present, responsive, and supportive—because no patient should ever feel alone during a decision this meaningful.

Thank you for trusting Dr. Whipple and our team with your care. ✨💞

💬 Considering prophylactic mastectomy? We’re here to guide and support you every step of the way. Tap the 🔗 in bio to schedule a consultation.

04/24/2026

Last week, our team had the opportunity to attend the 5th Annual ARSA Scientific Summit—an inspiring gathering focused on collaboration, innovation, and advancing reconstructive care.

PRMA is proud to be part of ARSA (the Advanced Reconstructive Surgery Alliance)—a national alliance of leading microsurgeons and specialty practices dedicated to advancing complex reconstructive surgery through shared learning, research, and innovation. This means our surgeons aren’t working in isolation—they’re constantly collaborating with and learning from peers who are pushing the field forward.

Throughout the Summit, surgeons from across the country and around the world came together to teach, train, and refine advanced techniques—including hands‑on education in the cadaver lab, where Dr. Merceron participated alongside fellow experts. Many of these techniques aren’t just being studied—they’re being developed by ARSA surgeons themselves.

While PRMA is widely known for breast reconstruction, all of our surgeons are microsurgeons. That expertise extends far beyond the breast, encompassing complex nerve reconstruction and other highly specialized procedures. Being part of ARSA allows us to continue growing those skills, so we can bring the very best care back to our patients. 💙

For our patients, this means your care is shaped not only by the experience of your individual surgeon—but by the collective knowledge, innovation, and dedication of a broader community committed to better outcomes, today and in the future.

We’re grateful to be part of this collaborative effort and excited to keep learning, growing, and delivering the highest level of reconstructive care.

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

3 Reasons to See a Plastic Surgeon Before Your Mastectomy 👇

1️⃣ Immediate breast reconstruction may be an option.

2️⃣ It’s important to know all of your surgical options.

3️⃣ Knowledge builds confidence!

If you’ve recently been diagnosed or are planning a mastectomy, we’re here to help you explore your reconstructive options. 🩷

Call 210-429-7845 to schedule a consultation with one of our plastic surgeons. 📞🩺

04/23/2026

“One of the biggest misconceptions about breast reconstruction is that it’s purely cosmetic.”

As Dr. C explains, this is not a breast augmentation and not a ‘b**b job.’ When a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer, her world is turned upside down—and comments like ‘at least now you can get the b**b job you’ve always wanted’ can be incredibly painful and dismissive.

Breast reconstruction is about healing, restoring what cancer has taken, and helping women move forward with confidence. Our goal is always to achieve results that look and feel beautiful—while prioritizing health, peace of mind, and long‑term outcomes. These are results women live with for the rest of their lives, created with the intention of putting cancer behind them or minimizing future risk.

Another common myth? ⚠️ That reconstruction isn’t covered by insurance. In most cases, if the mastectomy is covered, reconstruction is too.

Misconceptions matter because they shape how women feel during one of the most vulnerable times in their lives.

Education makes a difference—and that’s why we’re here. To listen, to guide, and to support every step of the way. 💗

04/22/2026

Today, we’re celebrating Lauren and her 2‑year anniversary at PRMA! 🎉💗

At PRMA, our PAs spend most of their time behind the scenes in the OR, and Lauren’s skill, focus, and dedication play a critical role in the care we provide every single day.

Her presence brings confidence, consistency, and teamwork to even the most complex moments. Lauren’s commitment to our patients and her support of our surgeons and staff do not go unnoticed—and PRMA is stronger because of her.

We are so grateful for the impact she’s made in just two years, and we feel incredibly lucky to have her as part of our team. 🤍

Thank you, Lauren, for all that you do—we’re proud to work alongside you and excited for the years to come! 🥳👏

Help us celebrate Lauren and her 2 years at PRMA! 💖⬇️

04/22/2026

Amazing article! 🩷 ⤵️

🔗: bit.ly/4tlbkrX

A woman used restorative 3-D tattooing to help her feel more like herself again amid her cancer recovery journey.

📷️: Courtesy of Krista Powers

04/22/2026

Happy National Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible team who keeps PRMA running every single day! ✨🩷

From our front-desk receptionists and surgery schedulers, to our billers, administrative support staff, and managers—you are the heartbeat behind everything we do. 🫶

You are the first friendly voice patients hear, the steady hands coordinating care, and the problem-solvers making sure nothing falls through the cracks. Through your organization, dedication, and compassion, you create an experience that makes patients feel supported, informed, and cared for every step of the way. 🤍

So much of your impact happens behind the scenes, but it touches every patient, provider, and outcome. We truly could not do what we do without this incredible team. 🌟

Thank you for the countless details you manage, the calm you provide on busy days, and the excellence you bring to PRMA every day. 💞

04/21/2026

Every year, women from across the world choose PRMA for advanced, natural breast reconstruction they can’t get closer to home. Many of them have stood right in front of our travel map — proudly pinning their hometowns after surgery. 🌎✨

We’ve built a destination care model that makes travel simple, safe, and stress-free so you can focus on healing.

What We Offer Our Out-of-Town Patients:

💻 Virtual consults to begin planning from anywhere

✈️ Personalized travel coordination assistance

🏨 Convenient hotels with reduced rates near our surgical center

🛏️ Options for extended recovery stays if needed

🤝 Hybrid in-person + virtual follow-up plan

💬 A dedicated patient liaison to walk you through every detail

So many incredible women have traveled to PRMA and stood in front of this map, and we’d love for you to be one of them, too. 💕

Let us help plan your visit and take the stress off your plate.
📞 Call (210) 692-1181 to get started today.

04/21/2026

How does PRMA stand out in breast reconstruction?

✅ 30+ years of innovation

✅ 16,000+ successful procedures

✅ 100+ years of combined surgeon experience

As Dr. Carpenter puts it—high volume builds expertise, and expertise builds results. 👏

If you’re considering breast reconstruction, schedule a consultation with our team to learn what experience can mean for your outcome. 💗

04/20/2026

Stories like this remind us that reconstruction is about so much more than surgery—it’s about being seen, heard, and cared for as a whole person. 💗

Dr. Ledoux’s skill, kindness, and presence—along with the dedicated care of Jonnie and our team—help patients feel supported, restored, and whole again.

Thank you for trusting us with such a meaningful part of your journey. ✨💞

💬 Considering breast reconstruction? Our team is here to walk with you every step of the way. Tap the 🔗 in bio to schedule a consultation.