December 2020 - As a way to treat or prevent breast cancer, a woman may be advised to undergo a mastectomy, or surgery to remove the breast. Afterwards and after she has recovered from treatment, she might consider breast reconstruction surgery. Rachel Anolik, MD, a Washington University plastic and reconstructive surgeon, explains more about breast reconstruction surgery and what a woman can expect.

October 2020 - While it may sound futuristic, robotic surgery is a cutting-edge technology already being used today. Performed by specially trained surgeons, it can provide patients with an easier and quicker recovery. Learn more about robotic surgery and its many benefits from general surgeon Kenneth Hacker, MD, FACS.

October 2019 - Breast surgery is becoming more and more common.  However, it's still a major procedure and can be scary for some patients.  Dr. Laurel Yeager, from Benrus Surgical Associates at Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, talks about breast surgery and the treatment process involved with a surgical procedure.